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Tax Changes Set to Shape the U.S. Economy in 2026
A new wave of tax measures is expected to significantly influence household finances and business investment across the United States starting in 2026.
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Visa, Mastercard to pay $167.5 million in ATM user fee settlement
Visa and Mastercard agreed to a $167.5M settlement tied to claims that ATM access fees were kept artificially high for years.
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Britain to overhaul benchmark rules to cut industry burden
The UK is planning to simplify financial benchmark regulation, reducing compliance requirements while maintaining oversight of systemically important benchmarks.
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UK Plans to Regulate Cryptocurrency Starting in 2027
The UK plans to bring crypto companies under existing financial regulations from 2027, following a U.S.-style approach rather than the EU model.
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J.P. Morgan harnesses blockchain for debt issuance
J.P. Morgan issues a 50M-dollar commercial paper on Solana for Galaxy Digital, marking a major institutional step toward blockchain-based securities.
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Berkshire Hathaway restructures its leadership team
Warren Buffett prepares to transfer his role to Greg Abel.
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Bitcoin Attempts to Break a Key Pattern
Bitcoin is nearing a key breakout pattern, but the rally remains fragile as long-term holders stay cautious while short-term traders dominate buying activity.
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Prada completes the acquisition of Versace
Prada completes the acquisition of Versace, creating a luxury powerhouse exceeding €6 billion in annual revenue. The deal strengthens Prada’s global reach and marks a new era for the iconic Italian brand.
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Divided Fed sparks surge in rate options hedging as policy uncertainty lingers
A divided Federal Reserve fuels increased demand for rate hedging as investors navigate conflicting policy signals and rising volatility.
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US banks report 13.5% jump in profits: FDIC
U.S. banks report a solid profit jump in Q3 2025, driven by lower loss provisions and rising non-interest income, while past-due loan pressures remain elevated.
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Australia's Macquarie bids $7.5 billion for logistics group Qube
Macquarie Asset Management has made a multi-billion offer to acquire Australia’s logistics giant Qube, pushing its shares to an all-time high.
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US banks shelve $20 billion bailout plan for Argentina
A previously discussed $20 billion bank-led rescue package for Argentina has been put on hold as major U.S. lenders pivot toward a much smaller
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Bitcoin slides below $90,000
Bitcoin dips under $90,000 for the first time in months as uncertainty over interest rates and weakening risk appetite drag the entire crypto market lower.
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Trump buys at least $82 million in bonds since late August
A new financial disclosure shows that President Trump has accumulated at least $82 million in bonds across multiple sectors aligned with his policy agenda.
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Yen stablecoin issuer predicts growing presence in Japan's bond market
JPYC, Japan’s first yen-backed stablecoin issuer, predicts that stablecoin issuers could soon become major buyers of Japanese government bonds (JGBs), potentially influencing the Bank of Japan’s monetary policy.
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ABN Amro Acquires NIBC for $1.1 Billion
Dutch bank ABN Amro announced the acquisition of its domestic peer NIBC Bank from private equity firm Blackstone for approximately 960 million euros ($1.1 billion).
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Banks Lend $18 Billion for Oracle-Tied Data Center in New Mexico
A group of 20 banks has joined forces to provide $18 billion in financing for a massive Oracle-linked data center in New Mexico, marking another major move in the U.S. AI infrastructure race.
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JPMorgan CEO says Argentina may not need bank loan
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon expressed optimism about Argentina’s economic turnaround under President Javier Milei and noted that the country might not need a new bank loan
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Westpac Annual Profit Falls Amid Tough Home-Lending Competition
Westpac reported a slight annual profit decline amid fierce home-lending competition but exceeded analyst expectations, highlighting stable credit quality and strong capital reserves.
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Apollo Surpasses Profit Forecast with Asset and Lending Expansion
pollo Global Management reported strong Q3 earnings, exceeding Wall Street expectations thanks to rising assets under management and growth in its lending and retirement businesses.
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