What Privatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Means
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What Privatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Means

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were bailed out by the government during the housing crisis nearly 17 years ago. The Trump administration is considering letting them go private again.
Office Buildings’ Losses Are Growing, With More Pain to Come
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Office Buildings’ Losses Are Growing, With More Pain to Come

The distress in commercial real estate is growing as some office buildings sell for much lower prices than just a few years ago.
The Perils of the Fed’s Vast Bond Holdings
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The Perils of the Fed’s Vast Bond Holdings

The Federal Reserve is shedding assets at a glacial pace, exposing the financial system to continuing risks, our columnist says.