Breaking: White House says GSEs will buy $200B of MBS — what that could do to rates (and your deals)
President Trump says he’s directing the housing agencies to buy $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities (MBS) to pull mortgage rates lower. Early coverage from Reuters, the Financial Times, AP, and trade press confirms the headline and timing, with FHFA leadership signaling intent (details TBD). Quick context Who’s buying? Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac (the “GSEs”), … Breaking: White House says GSEs will buy $200B of MBS — what that could do to rates (and your deals)