We see few surprises in Fannie’s bleak year-end earnings, which as expected ask for more from the taxpayer and say as little as possible on FHFA’s new strategic plan. The release does, however, make clear that the GSE is sticking with private MI as a source of credit enhancement despite ongoing problems in the industry.

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