U.S. Trustee moves for independent examiner in FTX bankruptcy The examiner would likely produce a large and independent report from a perspective the trustee describes as a "true neutral." Axios · Dec 2, 2022
Consumers now safer from dodgy lenders A crackdown on rogue lenders will protect vulnerable consumers struggling to make ends meet, advocates say. AAP · Dec 2, 2022
Supreme Court leaves student debt relief program on hold after Texas judge blocked it More than 16 million people had already been approved for student loan debt relief by the Education Department when a federal judge in North Texas struck down the plan last month. The Texas Tribune · Dec 1, 2022
Supreme Court agrees to decide on Biden’s stalled student loan forgiveness plan WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Thursday refused an emergency appeal to immediately revive President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, but agreed to rule early next year on its legality. Los Angeles Times · Dec 1, 2022
4 Grocery Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever With inflation showing signs of slowing down and the momentum of consumer spending expected to continue beyond the holidays, fundamentally strong grocery stocks Kroger (KR), BJ’s Wholesale (BJ), Casey (CASY), and Weis Markets (WMK) could be solid investments now. Keep reading…. StockNews.com · Dec 1, 2022
Ex-Obama adviser Goolsbee to lead Chicago Fed Austan Goolsbee, an economics professor at the University of Chicago who is a frequent commentator in opinion columns and television appearances, will succeed Charles Evans. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 1, 2022
Supreme Court agrees to decide on Biden’s stalled student loan forgiveness plan WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Thursday refused an emergency appeal to revive President Joe Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan, but agreed to rule early next year on its legality. Los Angeles Times · Dec 1, 2022
Supreme Court will take up Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan Republican-backed legal challenges have blocked president’s plan as fate rests with nation’s high court The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2022
The 3 Worst Stocks to Buy in a Bear Market Amid high prices and aggressive rate hikes, consumer confidence has declined for November. Moreover, several banks expect volatile economic conditions for 2023. Also, a recession hitting the U.S. economy seems likely in the coming year. Therefore, investors might avoid fundamentally weak stocks Carvana (CVNA), Opendoor Technologies (OPEN), and Skillz (SKLZ).… StockNews.com · Dec 1, 2022
Chicago Fed names ex-Obamba adviser Goolsbee as next leader Austan Goolsbee, who was a top economic adviser to President Barack Obama, has been chosen as the next president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, the regional Fed bank announced The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2022
Cook County Land Bank Authority to hire lawyer for beleaguered county agency The move comes as an outside review by a former judge, Patricia Brown Holmes, wrapped up, and the agency hires its third leader since June 2021. Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 1, 2022
Branches of Indian banks in overseas can deal in financial products not permitted in domestic market MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank on Thursday allowed with certain riders foreign branches and subsidiaries of Indian banks to deal in financial products that are not specifically permitted in the domestic market. The Times of India · Dec 1, 2022
RBI comes out with four-tiered regulatory framework for urban cooperative banks MUMBAI: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday announced a four-tiered regulatory framework for categorisation of Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs). The Times of India · Dec 1, 2022
Tesco changes Clubcard scheme for millions of customers ahead of Christmas Shoppers who use Tesco's new app will get coupons more frequently Manchester Evening News · Dec 1, 2022
Newcastle Herald · Dec 1, 2022 Reserve Bank's stance on household pressure is all about interpretation Do the stats tell the whole story?
Irish Mirror · Dec 1, 2022 Lifting restrictions on banking 'bonanza pay and bonuses' slammed as 'galling' Roisin Shortall called on the Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe to justify his decision to lift salary pay caps of €500,000 for senior bank management
The Independent UK · Dec 1, 2022 Average long-term US mortgage rates dip third week in a row The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate ticked down for the third week in a row and have fallen more than a half-point since hitting a 20-year high less than a month ago
Tribune News Service · Dec 1, 2022 FTX missing billions remain mystery after Bankman-Fried grilling Mystery continues to shroud the missing billions at bankrupt crypto exchange FTX after its disgraced founder Sam Bankman-Fried denied trying to perpetrate a fraud while admitting to grievous managerial errors.
Liverpool Echo · Dec 1, 2022 Iconic Martins Bank building to reopen after 15 years in 2024 as permission granted to transform landmark The building has been closed since 2009
Daily Record · Dec 1, 2022 Stirling bank branch set to close in New Year as move to digital continues The HSBC branch is one of 114 earmarked for closure next year.
Chronicle Live · Dec 1, 2022 Newcastle International Airport seals £208m finance deal to fuel green projects The refinance package includes a £15m loan to help the airport progress the next phases of its huge solar farm project
The Guardian - UK · Dec 1, 2022 Are big banks short-changing consumers by failing to reduce mortgage costs? UK high street banks are accused of not passing on benefits of money market movements to savers and borrowers
Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 1, 2022 Ex-FTX CEO Bankman-Fried says he didn’t ‘knowingly’ misuse clients’ funds “I didn’t ever want to commit fraud on anyone. I was shocked at what happened this month,” Sam Bankman-Fried says.
Birmingham Post · Dec 1, 2022 Newcastle International Airport seals £208m finance deal to press ahead with green projects The refinance package includes a £15m loan to help the airport progress the next phases of its huge solar farm project
StockNews.com · Dec 1, 2022 3 Stocks You Won't Regret Buying in December 2022 The Fed Chairman recently indicated a slower pace of rate increases. However, many analysts still believe the economy will face a mild recession next year. Therefore, it could be wise to invest in quality stocks with solid growth prospects, such as AbbVie (ABBV), Bristol-Myers Squibb (BMY), and Lifeway Foods (LWAY).…