Faith in NYCB restored, but worries about some regional banks remain

Wall Street investors believe promises made by new leadership of New York Community Bancorp, but concerns about the impact of interest rates and commercial lending on regional banks remain. Continue reading

NYCB’s surprise $2.7B Q4 loss rekindles regional bank fears

Worries about commercial real estate are making jumbo mortgages costlier, since regional banks are a major provider of loans that are too big for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Continue reading

Flagstar mortgages could help NYCB shore up its balance sheet

Troubled New York Community Bancorp is reportedly ready to pledge about $5 billion in home loans originated by Flagstar Bank as collateral for risk transfer that would bolster its capital. Continue reading