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
by Matt Carter May 1
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
by Matt Carter Mar 1
Flagstar mortgages could help NYCB shore up its balance sheet
Troubled New York Community Bancorp is reportedly ready to pledge about $5B in home loans originated by Flagstar Bank as collateral for risk transfer that would bolster its capital
by Matt Carter Feb 8