Freddie Mac reports recurring developments tied to U.S. housing finance, mortgage liquidity and its role as the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation. Company news commonly covers the Primary Mortgage Market Survey® for conventional conforming mortgage rates, quarterly financial results, monthly volume summaries and activity across mortgage-related portfolios, securities issuance, delinquencies, debt activities and risk management.
Freddie Mac also reports capital markets activity connected to its Single-Family credit risk transfer programs. Updates include STACR® Structured Agency Credit Risk notes, ACIS® reinsurance transactions and tender offers for certain STACR securities, reflecting the company’s use of private capital markets to transfer residential mortgage credit risk.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) reported on November 17, 2022, that the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dropped to 6.61%, down from 7.08% the previous week and significantly lower than last year's 3.10%. The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage also fell to 5.98% from 6.38%. Chief Economist Sam Khater noted that while the decline is positive, the housing market still faces challenges due to sustained inflation and high interest rates. Additionally, Freddie Mac has launched enhancements to its Primary Mortgage Market Survey methodology for improved data accuracy.
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Freddie Mac (FMCC) has released its 2023 funding calendar, detailing optional announcement dates for Reference Notes and Reference Bills securities. The calendar is available on the Debt Securities Auction page of FreddieMac.com. Issuances and auctions will vary based on Freddie Mac’s funding needs and market conditions. Reference Bills auctions are scheduled for Monday mornings, with adjustments for holidays. This announcement does not constitute an offer or solicitation to buy securities. Freddie Mac continues to facilitate mortgage capital accessibility for millions since its establishment by Congress in 1970.
Freddie Mac Multifamily has announced a loan purchase cap of $75 billion for 2023, set by the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) based on market projections. New mission-driven criteria mandate that 50% of loan purchases focus on affordable housing and underserved markets. Key areas include targeted affordable housing, workforce housing, and rural properties. This approach aims to enhance liquidity while supporting affordable multifamily housing. Comparatively, loan purchase caps were $78 billion for 2022 and $70 billion for 2021.
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Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) announced the results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey on November 10, 2022. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 7.08%, up from 6.95% the previous week and 2.98% a year ago. The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.38%, while the 5-year Treasury-indexed ARM averaged 6.06%. Chief Economist Sam Khater noted a significant decline in home sales due to rising mortgage rates and predicts no improvement as year-end approaches. Freddie Mac will enhance the PMMS, changing data collection methods starting November 17, 2022.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) announced its third quarter 2022 financial results, now available on its website. The earnings press release, alongside the Form 10-Q filed with the SEC, provides insights into the company's financial performance. A conference call to discuss these results is scheduled for 9 a.m. ET on November 8, 2022, and will be webcasted, with a replay accessible for 30 days. Since 1970, Freddie Mac has been pivotal in making housing more affordable and accessible for families and individuals across the nation.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB:FMCC) will report its third quarter 2022 financial results before U.S. markets open on November 8, 2022. The company will hold a conference call at 9 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss the results, which will also be available via webcast. A replay of the call will be accessible on the company’s website for 30 days. Freddie Mac aims to enhance housing accessibility by providing mortgage capital to lenders.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) has appointed Ravi Shankar as senior vice president and head of Single-Family Portfolio and Servicing. Shankar, who has over 30 years of experience in finance and capital markets, previously worked at Freddie Mac from 2013-2019 and held senior roles at Boston Consulting Group and United Wholesale Mortgage. His responsibilities will include overseeing portfolio management, servicing, and technology operations, aligning with Freddie Mac's mission to promote affordable housing.
Freddie Mac (OTCQB: FMCC) reported a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaging 6.95% as of November 3, 2022, down from 7.08% last week. The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.29%, and the 5-year ARM averaged 5.95%. A year ago, these rates were significantly lower, with the 30-year FRM at 3.09%. Freddie Mac's Chief Economist noted that ongoing high rates and uncertainty in the housing market are dampening demand. Starting November 17, 2022, Freddie Mac will enhance its PMMS by basing results on applications from lenders instead of surveys.