Mortgage Giant Fannie Mae Rocked by Leadership Shakeup Amid Strong Earnings

Fannie Mae, the cornerstone of the American mortgage market, is navigating turbulent waters. A perfect storm of dramatic executive changes, controversial staff reductions, and unexpectedly robust quarterly performance has created a climate of intense market uncertainty.

In a surprising counterpoint to its internal chaos, Fannie Mae reported powerful financial results for the third quarter. The company’s net income surged to $3.9 billion, a significant jump from the $3.3 billion recorded in the previous quarter.

Key financial highlights include:
* Q3 Net Income: $3.9 billion
* Q3 Net Revenue: ~$7.3 billion
* Net Return on Equity: 10.3%
* Total Net Worth: $105.5 billion

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