Structured Finance
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Dedicated to helping the economy grow by safely enabling greater credit access to industry, consumers and investors.
SFA CEO Michael Bright Testifies Before the House Financial Services Committee
On February 11, 2026, Michael Bright was a panelist in a congressional hearing entitled “Homeownership and the Role of the Secondary Mortgage Market.”
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
SFCanada 2026
SFA Research Symposium 2026
WiS Year-End Event 2026
SFAcademy: The Bootcamp Series
The Structured Finance Association (SFA) has launched a new structured finance education program, the SFAcademy. Every other week, new content will be added to our inaugural Bootcamp Series.
Our Modules are designed to introduce the fundamentals of securitization and various securitized asset classes through accessible explanations and real-life examples to practitioners of all levels.
Research Corner
SFA Research Corner: Duration Matters: Impact of High Oil Prices on Consumer-Related Securitizations
March 19, 2026
Oil price shocks do not directly impact consumer-related securitizations, but their effects on household finances can shape credit performance over time. The key variable is duration: while short-term increases are often absorbed, sustained cost pressures can erode borrower capacity and weaken credit outcomes.
SFA News
EU Set to Delay New Bank Capital Rules
The European Commission is preparing legislation to temporarily offset increases in bank capital requirements from the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB), aiming to…
HUD Sued by Democratic AGs Over Fair Housing Limitations
A coalition of 16 Democratic attorneys general is suing the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) over September guidance that restricts federal fair housing enforcement ability…
New Executive Orders Aimed at Housing Supply and Demand
On March 13, President Trump issued two executive orders aimed at easing the nation’s housing crisis, with a focus on boosting supply by cutting regulations and expanding access to…
Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady
The Federal Reserve held rates steady at 3.5%–3.75% for the second meeting in a row as Chair Jay Powell warned that the Iran conflict’s surge…
Basel III Reproposal Released
On March 19, Federal regulators issued a set of proposals that would lower capital requirements for banks of all sizes. The release follows a March 12 speech by Federal…
