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Thursday, December 17, 2020 3:44:03 PM
The agency says its rule is designed to ensure that the GSEs are a source of strength for the mortgage market during downturns in the economy, and to incentivize them to issue an appropriate and stable mix of debt over the long term. The proposed rule takes into account the GSEs' lack of access to the Federal Reserve Bank discount window, unique structure, and public charter. Currently, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would meet or exceed all requirements of the proposed rule.
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FHFA says the proposed rule is a result of the experience FHFA has gained from managing the GSEs' liquidity positions during the 12 years of conservatorship. The rule seeks to implement minimum liquidity and funding requirements, daily and monthly disclosure of liquidity positions and other liquidity-related requirements.
FHFA Director Mark Calabria said, "During the 2008 financial crisis, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac did not have enough truly liquid assets nor did they have consistent access to the longer-term unsecured debt markets. This liquidity and funding failure, along with their low capital levels, necessitated placing the [GSEs] into conservatorship. A companion to the new capital rule, today's proposed rule will better ensure that the [GSEs] are positioned to fulfill their countercyclical mission. Requiring [them] to have enough liquid assets to continue supporting the mortgage market during times of severe stress protects taxpayers and the housing market."
Parties wishing to comment on the proposed rule have 60 days after its publication in the Federal Register. Comments can be made at FHFA.gov.
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