Risk
Housing Seems OK, but Beneath the Surface, It’s Another Story
The economic bellwether has posted some good numbers, although analysts say problems lurk in the long run.
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Asset Allocation
Mortgage Securities Deserve a Bigger Place in Pension Portfolios, DoubleLine Says
They have lower volatility and often better returns than corporates, a study by the Gundlach firm concludes.
Why the Worst Is Over for Mortgage-Backed Securities, Maybe
MBS, which got flattened in March, are on the mend, but some warning signs linger. Like, what if the recession caves the housing market?
C.A.R. Objects to Freddie Mac’s Plans to Guarantee Single-Family Rentals
The GSE is looking into providing financing for investors interested in buying single-family homes to provide affordable rentals.