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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.
Call for Submissions: Structured Finance Journal Now Open!
We are excited to announce the launch of the Structured Finance Journal (SFJ), a peer-reviewed publication dedicated to advancing research in the structured fixed-income markets. Guided by an esteemed editorial board and advisory council, SFJ strives to publish high-quality, impactful work that drives practical applications in the industry. SFJ welcomes original manuscripts from industry professionals and academics that focus on practical applications and innovation. Submit your manuscript today and contribute to shaping the future of structured finance.
SFA Launches the SFAcademy
The Structured Finance Association (SFA) has launched the SFAcademy, a new structured finance education program. Every other week, the inaugural Bootcamp Series will introduce the fundamentals of securitization and various asset classes with accessible explanations and real-life examples.
Research Corner
SFA Research Corner: ABS Issuance Soars: SRT Interest Grows, But Cash ABS Remains King
September 26, 2024
In 2024, credit-linked notes added $1.6 billion to ABS issuance, predominantly tied to prime auto loans, with one transaction referencing student loans—the first of its kind. While SRTs are likely to grow under Basel III, cash ABS dominates. By September, ABS issuance hit $239 billion, up 26%, driven by student loans (+68%) and auto ABS (+16%).Continue reading “Homepage”
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The SFA KnowledgeHub
SFA’s Research Corner beta release of the SFA KnowledgeHub, a flexible data platform created to acquaint non-members with pertinent information and provide members with swift access to vital industry data sources.
Upcoming Events
SFVegas 2025 – Engage | Learn | Connect
WiS Diamond Workshop
SFA’s Canadian Structured Finance Market Roundtable
SFA’s 3rd Annual Allyship Symposium
SFA News
FHFA’s July House Price Index – Home Prices Rise 0.1%
The FHFA released the July House Price Index which found that U.S. home prices rose by 0.1% during the month of July and 4.5% year-over-year….
U.S. Consumer Confidence Drops in September
According to data from the Conference Board, consumer confidence decreased significantly in September reflecting tighter labor market conditions. Despite this, layoffs remain at historically low…
Basel III Developments Come to a Standstill
According to American Banker, CFPB Direct Rohit Chopra signaled that he would vote against a scaled-back version of the Basel III Endgame proposal. Additionally, FDIC Vice…
HFSC Holds Basel III Hearing
On September 25, the HFSC Financial Institutions and Monetary Policy Subcommittee held a hearing, titled “Regulatory Recipe for Economic Uncertainty: The Endless Basel Endgame and…
HFSC Holds SEC Oversight Hearing
On September 24, the House Financial Services Committee (HFSC) held a hearing with all five SEC Commissioners, titled “Oversight of the Securities and Exchange Commission.”…