Policy & Regulation

The Federal Reserve governor voted against the decision to slow the pace of balance sheet reduction earlier this week, preferring to allow the current pace of reduction.

Presidents have long rushed to take credit for booms and distanced themselves from busts. But Trump's situation is unusual. The risks to the U.S. economy — potentially including stagflation or even recession — are closely linked to his own flagship initiative: a new tariff bonanza due in just over two weeks.

The cryptocurrency industry is on a roll in Washington and it's not just because of President Donald Trump.

Banks such as Texas Capital and Synovus say they're learning from anti-money-laundering failures elsewhere. They emphasize the importance of having enough compliance staffers — and ensuring they have the necessary skills.

All eyes are on the Federal Reserve, which is waiting for clarity on inflation and fiscal policy before making its next move. The May 6-7 Federal Open Market Committee meeting could be the one where rate cuts resume. Join us May 8 at 1 p.m. as Luke Tilley, chief economist at Wilmington Trust, breaks down the meeting, Chair Powell's press conference and what may lie ahead.

The issues are hindering the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.'s ability to meet its regulatory duties, according to the agency's Office of Inspector General. 

Federal Reserve policymakers said that the U.S. economy remains on sound footing, despite recent setbacks, and that two interest rate cuts lie ahead. Bank stocks advanced on hopes for loan growth and more M&A.

A federal judge ruled that the bank must keep the $14 billion granted by the Environmental Protection Agency in the recipients' accounts. The Trump administration has been trying to pull back money distributed under President Joe Biden.

The financial services industry has made positive gains in consumer trust in recent years. As we enter what seems likely to be an era of deregulation, that newfound trust is theirs to lose.

Without citing examples, acting comptroller Rodney Hood expressed disgust at what he called the "debanking" of certain businesses.