PennyMac's profits shrink, but its servicing portfolio hits $680 billion
Briefly

PennyMac Financial's Q1 2025 results highlight strong loan origination, with nearly $30 billion in unpaid principal balance achieved. The consumer direct division is set for future growth as interest rates potentially decline. Despite a 19% decrease in total acquisitions and originations compared to the previous quarter, the company's servicing portfolio has grown to $680 billion. The company reported a 15% annualized operating return on equity, attributed to consistent strength in servicing and contributions from production, despite challenges from elevated mortgage rates.
PennyMac demonstrated robust returns in Q1 2025, managing almost $30 billion in loans while anticipating growth in its consumer direct division with declining rates.
Our servicing portfolio grew to $680 billion, reflecting ongoing strength in servicing, despite a 19% decline in acquisition and origination volumes due to market trends.
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