CMBS issuance for the beginning of 2017 looks very weak because CMBS issuers are clearing out loan inventory this month in anticipation of risk-retention rules effective December 24. According to a review by Commercial Mortgage Alert (CMA), only seven transactions totaling $6.4 billion are in the … [Read more...] about 12.7.16: … But a Busy CMBS Market Now Leaves a Hole for First-Quarter 2017
9.18.15: Federal Reserve Leaves Rates Unchanged
The Federal Reserve left short-term interest rates unchanged after weeks of market-churning debate, putting off an historic move to end an era of ultra-cheap credit amid worries about weak growth overseas. While Central Bank officials don’t believe recent global economic and market turbulence … [Read more...] about 9.18.15: Federal Reserve Leaves Rates Unchanged