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GSE reform proposals have small lenders on edge

02/28/19

Community banks and credit unions fear a Senate plan and other legislative ideas will nullify steps taken by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac that have made it easier for smaller institutions to compete.

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FHFA rule requires Fannie and Freddie to align cash flows on MBS

02/28/19

The new regulation, codifying requirements already in practice, is meant to help the mortgage giants prepare for the adoption of a uniform security in June.

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Senate panel advances nominees for FHFA, NCUA

02/26/19

If confirmed to lead the Federal Housing Finance Agency, Mark Calabria would have a central role in any efforts to reform the government-sponsored enterprises Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac

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Senate panel sets vote on Calabria nomination for FHFA

02/21/19

The Senate Banking Committee's vote on Mark Calabria's nomination to lead FHFA comes in the midst of speculation about congressional and administrative GSE reform plans.

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Say Watt? Former FHFA head gets sniffy about his misconduct, and proxy pressure builds

02/21/19

Mel Watt calls FHFA watchdog “sexist,” after it concludes he’s guilty of sexual harassment. State Street sues the "Fearless Girl" sculptor. Banks big and small face mounting pressure on gender pay gap and board diversity. And another top 40 U.S. bank might get a female CEO.

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White House is making hard job of GSE reform even harder

02/19/19

The administration is sending conflicting signals on whether it has a plan to overhaul the housing finance system, further complicating an already complex debate.

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Watt abused role in pursuing relationship with FHFA staffer: Watchdog

02/15/19

Former FHFA Director Mel Watt attempted to coerce an agency employee to engage in a romantic relationship with him, according to an inspector general report.

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JPM's digital token; Face-recognition ATMs

02/15/19

The JPM Coin will be used to expedite payments transfers for its corporate clients; customers of Spain’s largest retail bank will be able to withdraw cash without entering a PIN.

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5 questions facing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in 2019

02/14/19

The government-sponsored enterprises are going through a transition period. From proposals for rebuilding their capital cushions to tackling shortages in affordable housing, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac face a number of key challenges with wide-ranging consequences this year.

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Reform of Fannie, Freddie should fall to Congress: FHFA nominee

02/14/19

The administration’s choice to regulate the government-sponsored enterprises appeared to distance himself from speculation that the White House may try to overhaul housing finance without legislation.

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