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Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) was first highlighted in the Daily Setups on December 17th, 2024, when it was trading at $2.70. The stock was set up as a potential bullish flag continuation pattern, signaling the potential for a breakout. Since then, it has surged to $7.23, representing a staggering gain of over 167%.
Note: The following chart was highlighted in the report.
Follow-Up Chart with Breakout
This explosive move was driven by mounting optimism that the Trump administration will push forward with plans to privatize Fannie Mae (FNMA) and Freddie Mac (FMCC), allowing these government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) to monetize and return to private ownership. The policy shift has been championed by prominent investor Bill Ackman, who has long believed in the value these entities could unlock as private companies.
Fannie Mae was also featured in the Daily Setups Report on January 9, 2025, further highlighting its momentum and ongoing breakout. Both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have continued to break out of continuation patterns, supported by strong price action and favorable market sentiment. Freddie Mac has surged from $4.94 at the time of the report to a high of $6.85 today.
Note: The following charts were highlighted in the report.
Follow-Up Chart for FMCC Since the Report
Follow-Up Chart for FNMA Since the Report
The privatization story has not only catalyzed technical breakouts but has also led to a massive percentage return for those who identified the opportunity early. This underscores the importance of monitoring setups and understanding the underlying catalysts driving the moves.
As these stocks remain in play, continued monitoring of policy developments and technical patterns is crucial for capturing further trading opportunities.
