1.   Still, some Fed officials and many economists said the spread remained larger than it should be.

2.   That spread will remain in place as the benchmark borrowing level for investors who want to convert future fixed-rate sales to a variable rate.

3.   The pace of new CBOs slowed in recent months because spreads have remained narrow.

4.   In explaining the decision to bring forward the implementation date, the SC said this would ensure the shareholding spread remained relevant.