Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
967490 Journal of Monetary Economics 2011 17 Pages PDF
Abstract
► Empirical pricing models are used to assess Federal Reserve MBS purchases. ► Both MBS pricing and mortgage pricing models are developed. ► The Federal Reserve's MBS purchases improved market functioning during the crisis. ► Both the primary and secondary mortgage markets were substantially helped. ► The program also put significant downward pressure on mortgage rates.
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