About the Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group

Led by Senior Vice President and Chief Economist Mark Palim, our Economic and Strategic Research (ESR) Group studies current data, analyzes historical and emerging trends, and conducts surveys of consumer and mortgage lender groups to provide forecasts and analyses on the economy, housing, and mortgage markets.

You can read or download the ESR Group's publications, commentaries, data presentations, and special projects in the "Research & Insights" section of fanniemae.com. You can also subscribe for e-mail updates to stay current on the ESR Group’s latest research.

To request a speaker from the ESR Group, please complete and submit the request form, and provide as much information as possible about the event. When you press "submit," the completed form will be sent to the ESR Group’s speaking engagement coordinator who will follow up with you once the request has been reviewed.