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SFA Welcomes New Board of Directors
A Stronger Framework for European Securitization Will Support Growth for All
In his latest blog post, SFA CEO Michael Bright encourages EU and UK policy makers to simplify and modernize their securitization regulations to unlock capital for businesses and families and spur economic growth.
SFA Conflict of Interest Resource Hub
Our SFA Conflict of Interest Resource Hub aggregates key materials to keep you informed on this critical issue, along with insights from our members to provide diverse perspectives and valuable commentary.
Upcoming Events
SFVegas® 2026 – Engage | Learn | Connect
WiS Webinar Series: WiS @ SFVegas: Bring Your Impact Plan to Life
WiS Week 2026
SFCanada 2026
SFAcademy: The Bootcamp Series
SFAcademy is an educational program for professionals in structured finance. Through the Bootcamp Series, members can explore the essentials of securitization and asset classes with real-life examples, delivered in accessible, bi-weekly sessions.
Research Corner
SFA Research Corner: Executive Order Meets the SFR RMBS Maturity Wall
February 5, 2026
A new executive order on institutional SFR ownership arrives just as the SFR RMBS market approaches a major maturity wall. While the policy does not directly restrict securitization, heightened review and uncertainty could influence refinancing conditions for a market facing $16 billion of bond maturities in 2026 alone.
SFA News
CLO Issuance and the Use of Captive Equity Funds Increase
According to Bloomberg, CLO issuance has hit record levels, largely due to the increased use of captive equity funds (investment funds that are fully controlled…
U.S. Job Growth Shows Largest Increase in Over a Year
Based on a February 11 release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the Wall Street Journal reports the strongest job growth since December 2024 with 130,000 jobs added…
FHFA Looks to Repeal Fair Lending Rule
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) is continuing with its proposed repeal of the Biden Administration’s Fair Lending, Fair Housing and Equitable Housing Finance Plans regulations. This…
Senate Democrats Urge FDIC, OCC to Withdraw Reputation Risk Proposal
Democratic lawmakers, led by Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), wrote to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency…
Congress and White House at Odds Over Institutional Investor Ban
Lawmakers are pushing back against the Administration’s pressure to include an institutional investor ban in either of the two recent bipartisan housing proposals. Hesitation stems…