Ackman: Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Fulfill All NYSE Listing Criteria as of Today

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Updated: Nov 18 2025

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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac NYSE Listing: Fannie Mae (FNMA) and Freddie Mac (FMCC) may re-list on the NYSE before exiting conservatorship, pending approval from the FHFA.
Impact on Institutional Investors: A NYSE listing would enable institutional investors to build positions in Fannie and Freddie, enhancing market participation.
Future Treasury Sales: The listing is seen as an "ideal" setup for future secondary sales by the Treasury when they choose to divest.
Conservatorship Context: The potential re-listing is part of ongoing discussions regarding the future of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac while they remain under conservatorship.

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Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.