Research and Insights
Fannie Mae’s market intelligence helps you understand changes in the housing and economic environment today and what it might signal for tomorrow. Our expert economists, analysts, and strategists study every major aspect of housing and the economy and publish their research findings in timely forecasts, analyses, and detailed reports.
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The expertise and insight of our market research offers you a broader view of the current environment and can help inform your decisions.
November 18, 2021
Inflation Remains Primary Macroeconomic Concern, as Fed Contemplates Additional Action
Inflation is a key forecast concern for the economy, according to the November 2021 commentary from the Fannie Mae Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group.
November 8, 2021
Consumers’ Attitude Toward Housing Conditions Remains Mixed
The Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index® (HPSI) increased 1 point to 75.5 in October, as consumers once again reported mixed feelings about homebuying and home-selling conditions, as well as increased pessimism regarding the larger economy.
September 9, 2021
Mortgage Lenders Less Bearish on Profit Margins, Expect Improved Refi Volumes
For the fourth consecutive quarter, a plurality of mortgage lenders expect near-term profitability to decrease, according to Fannie Mae's Q3 2021 Mortgage Lender Sentiment Survey.
More perspectives
November 17, 2021
At Fannie Mae, we know that homeownership is one of the most effective ways to improve the financial, social, and emotional well-being of individuals, families, and communities.
October 13, 2021
With a shortage of housing supply, it’s more important than ever for us to reaffirm our commitment to supporting sustainable homeownership in condo and co-op projects.
September 30, 2021
Fannie Mae is finding innovative ways to responsibly increase access to credit, such as using positive rent payment data to assess mortgage eligibility.
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