Freddie Mac today reported a $354 million loss in the first quarter, following a $2.15 billion profit in the previous quarter. The drop in Freddie’s income was largely due to derivatives losses after increases in interest rates. The company will not have to draw from the Treasury to cover its loss.
Consumer sentiment declined in October
Preliminary results show consumer sentiment decreased 1.2 points in October to 68.9, up 5.1 points from one year ago.