Latest Threat to Fed Chair Powell Rattles Markets
U.S. stocks, bonds and the dollar fell, while gold posted new all-time highs.
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UBS Urges Switzerland to Reassess Alternatives to Capital Plan
The group reiterated its opposition to the proposal to increase capital requirements, saying the plan would hurt its operations and place a burden on the country's economy.
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AI Is Here. This Group Wants to Help Financial Planners Prepare.
The Financial Planning Association is launching a portal, FPAi, that will serve as an AI content library for its members.
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Hedge Funds Get Ready for the 'Donroe Doctrine' Trade
After the U.S.' capture of Venezuelan strongman Nicolás Maduro, investors are racing to capitalize on President Trump's ambitions to dominate the Western Hemisphere.
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U.S. Prosecutors Are Investigating Fed Chair Jerome Powell
Powell said the criminal probe is part of President Trump's campaign to pressure the Fed to lower interest rates.
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Financial Services Roundup: Market Talk
Find insight on Prudential, AMP and more in the latest Market Talks covering financial services.
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Maduro's Crypto-Backed Oil Deals Put Tether at Center of Venezuela Money Drama
The stablecoin served as a tool to avoid sanctions and a lifeline for everyday citizens.
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Trump Calls for 10% Cap on Credit-Card Interest Rates
Previous proposals to cap interest rates haven't gained much traction in Congress.
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Saks Closes In on Bankruptcy Financing Package
A bondholder group is offering $1.25 billion of bankruptcy financing with the aim to take control.
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How Citigroup Shares Can Keep Up Their Winning Run
Shares of the global megabank have outperformed over the past three years, but the bar is raised.
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HSBC Accepts $313 Million Fine to Settle France Tax-Fraud Claims
The investigation-into accusations of tax fraud relating to dividend payments-will be shelved with the payment of the fine.
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Eir Partners Raises $1 Billion for Healthcare Technology Deals
The Miami-based firm exceeded its fundraising target and closed its latest vehicle in three months.
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Benefit Street Partners Amasses $10 Billion for Real-Estate Credit Deals
The lender cites rising investor appetite for funds that back nonbank loans for multifamily properties.
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JPMorgan Cuts All Ties With Proxy Advisers in Industry First
The bank's asset-management unit will use an in-house, AI-powered platform to cast shareholder votes.
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January 12, 2026 11:00 ET (16:00 GMT)
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