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Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
T Rowe Price Expects Years to Stem Investment Outflows Amid Market Challenges
T Rowe Price, a leading U.S. investment management firm, announced it anticipates it will take several years to reverse ongoing client outflows, highlighting the difficulties active managers face against low-cost indexing and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to the Financial Times.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
‘Enablers’ Are the AI Sweet Spot for Investors
Infrastructure providers supporting artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are becoming highly sought-after as demand for AI far exceeds supply, according to the Financial Times.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · Market Brief | Markets
The Treasury Market’s Toxic Codependency
The U.S. government bond market has increasingly become dominated by hedge funds, raising concerns about market stability and systemic risk, according to the Financial Times.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Regulation
CFPB to End Discretionary Publication of Consumer Complaint Narratives and Visualizations
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) announced it will stop the discretionary publication of complaint narratives and related visualizations, signaling a shift in its approach to consumer complaint transparency.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Regulation
SEC Publishes Chairman’s Regulatory Flexibility Agenda
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released the Chairman's agenda of rulemaking actions under the Regulatory Flexibility Act, outlining its current regulatory priorities.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Regulation
Proposed Regulations on Foreign Currency Gain or Loss for Controlled Foreign Corporations
The U.S. Treasury has issued proposed regulations addressing the determination and recognition of foreign currency gain or loss for qualified business units of controlled foreign corporations. These rules include provisions for an election related to such currency gains or losses.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Regulation
SEC Grants Temporary Conditional Exemptive Relief to 24X National Exchange LLC From Key Equity Market Rules
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has provided 24X National Exchange LLC with temporary, conditional exemptions from select provisions of Regulation National Market System (NMS) and related equity data plan requirements, according to the Federal Register.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
Gold Falls Below $4,400 Amid Fed Outlook and Hormuz Negotiations
Gold prices slipped below $4,400 as market participants weighed the Federal Reserve's policy trajectory alongside ongoing talks concerning the Strait of Hormuz, capping the recent rally, according to Investing.com.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
Jefferson Capital Projects $1.1 Billion in ERC Collections Over Next Year and Expands into Mexico
Jefferson Capital anticipates collecting $1.1 billion in Employee Retention Credit (ERC) payments over the next 12 months as it enters the Mexican market, according to Seeking Alpha.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Industries
MUFG Trials Blockchain Settlement for Japanese Government Bond Repo Trades
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is conducting a proof-of-concept to settle Japanese Government Bond repurchase agreement (repo) transactions on the Canton Network blockchain, aiming to innovate settlement processes.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Commercial Real Estate
Evolving Climate Models Challenge Lenders and Insurers in Commercial Real Estate
Advanced climate analytics are prompting lenders and insurers in commercial real estate to reassess risk exposures, pricing strategies, and policy renewals, according to Scotsman Guide.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
"It is despicable": House Democrats rage over Republican stock trading "set-up"
House Democrats have expressed strong anger over what they describe as a Republican "set-up" related to stock trading amid the recent vote on the Stop Insider Trading Act, according to Axios.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Commercial Real Estate
Multifamily Lending Set to Exceed 2025’s Strong Volume
Multifamily lending is on track to surpass the robust levels seen in 2025, with banks regaining market share and challenging the dominance of government-sponsored enterprises Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, according to Scotsman Guide.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
Parent PLUS Borrowers Face No Relief Under New Repayment Assistance Plan Math
The Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) launched on July 1, 2026, intensifies the marriage penalty for Parent PLUS borrowers by not providing allowances for basic expenses in its income calculations, according to TheStreet.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
Workday’s Stock Surges 18% Amid Buyout Speculation
Shares of Workday, a leading human resources software company, jumped 18% following reports of a possible private-equity buyout, marking a record surge for the stock, according to MarketWatch.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Markets
US 30-Year Treasury Auction Clears at Highest Yields Since 2001
The U.S. government’s latest 30-year Treasury auction saw yields reach levels not seen since 2001, reflecting market concerns over rising public debt and persistent inflation, according to the Financial Times.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Markets
Stocks Rally on Softer Inflation Data; Workday Surges 18%
U.S. equities advanced as both wholesale and consumer inflation data came in softer than expected, reducing perceived Federal Reserve tightening risk. Workday shares jumped 18%.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
30-Year Mortgage Rate Falls to 6.67%, According to Freddie Mac
Mortgage finance company Freddie Mac reported a decline in the 30-year mortgage rate to 6.67% this week, marking a slight easing in home loan interest costs.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Markets
Cooler Inflation Data Drives Equity Rally, Fuels Rate Hold Expectations
U.S. stocks hit new highs as softer inflation data leads investors to anticipate the Federal Reserve will maintain current interest rates, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Regulation
SEC Charges Three Toms River Residents in $47 Million Affinity Fraud Targeting Orthodox Jewish Investors
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged three individuals from Toms River, New Jersey, for their involvement in an alleged $47 million affinity fraud scheme targeting primarily Orthodox Jewish investors.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Capital Markets
Dream Finders to Acquire Beazer Homes in $2.2 Billion Deal, Redefining Homebuilding Scale
Dream Finders Homes has agreed to acquire Beazer Homes for $33.50 per share in a $2.2 billion enterprise-value transaction, concluding one of 2026's most notable takeover contests in the homebuilding sector.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · Market Brief | Banking
ABA Warns Against State-Level Expansion of Stablecoin Issuer Activities
The American Bankers Association (ABA) urges the Treasury Department to restrict state regulatory efforts that could broaden the range of services stablecoin issuers provide beyond federal law provisions.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
U.S. Stocks Rise Amid Inflation Data and Declining Oil Prices
U.S. stock markets moved mostly higher on Thursday, with the S&P 500 closing at a new record high, supported by recent inflation data and falling oil prices, according to Nasdaq.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Banking
Financial Institutions Flag Nearly $5 Billion Linked to Suspected Human Smuggling, FinCEN Reports
Financial institutions filed reports flagging nearly $5 billion connected to suspected human smuggling activities, with depository institutions accounting for the majority of the dollar volume despite filing a small share of reports, according to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
Trump Secures Legal Win to Maintain Tariffs on Low-Cost Imports
A federal trade court upheld President Trump's authority to keep tariffs on inexpensive imports, including products from Chinese retailers Temu and Shein, preventing these goods from entering the U.S. tariff-free, according to Axios.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Industries
U.S. Department of Energy Commits Up to $2.15 Billion to X-Energy Nuclear Project
The U.S. Department of Energy is providing up to $2.15 billion in federal funding to support X-energy's advanced nuclear reactor project in Texas, including a new $1 billion allocation announced in 2026.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Markets
Treasuries Rally Sharply After Tame U.S. Inflation Data
U.S. Treasuries surged as investors responded to another subdued inflation reading, according to Nasdaq.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Markets
JPMorgan Chase Shares Hit Record High, Lifting Dow Jones After Strong Jobs Report
A surprise upside in the latest U.S. jobs report has propelled JPMorgan Chase & Co. shares to all-time highs, driving the Dow Jones Industrial Average to record levels, according to TheStreet.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Corporate Finance
Rising Sales Tax Rates Signal a New Era of Tax Volatility
Businesses face increasing challenges as governments raise sales tax rates and broaden tax bases, creating a more volatile tax environment, according to CPA Practice Advisor.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Markets
U.S. 30-Year Treasury Bond Auction Clears at Highest Yield Since 2001
The U.S. Treasury's latest 30-year bond auction resulted in the highest yield seen since 2001, signaling significant shifts in long-term borrowing costs, according to Seeking Alpha.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
S&P 500 Hits Record High Amid Easing Rate-Hike Concerns
The S&P 500 reached a new record high as investor worries about interest rate hikes subsided, according to Investing.com.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
Chime Explores Stablecoins for Consumer Banking App
Chime, a consumer banking app, is exploring the integration of stablecoins into its platform, according to Bloomberg via Investing.com.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
Sam Altman Seeks $1 Trillion IPO Valuation for OpenAI Amid SoftBank’s $40 Billion 2027 Loan Deadline
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is targeting a $1 trillion initial public offering (IPO) valuation for the company, even as SoftBank faces a $40 billion loan repayment deadline in 2027. This dynamic presents potential implications for major investors like Microsoft and Nvidia.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Markets
S&P 500 Reaches Record High as Producer Price Index Data Eases Rate Hike Concerns
The S&P 500 index set a new record high after softer-than-expected producer price index (PPI) data reduced market expectations for further interest rate hikes, while Cisco Systems' performance weighed on the Dow Jones Industrial Average, according to Investing.com.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Industries
Oil Supply Shocks May Speed Up Electric Vehicle Adoption, Wood Mackenzie Warns
Wood Mackenzie highlights that disruptions in oil supply, elevated fuel prices, and rapid battery technology advancements could accelerate electric vehicle adoption, impacting oil demand and related markets.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
Stablecoin Issuer Tether Completes First Audit
Tether, a major stablecoin issuer, has completed its first audit, marking a significant step in transparency for the stablecoin market, according to Yahoo Finance.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Commercial Real Estate
CMBS Trust Initiates Foreclosure on Office Park Over $130 Million Loan
A commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) trust has moved to foreclose on an office park secured by a loan exceeding $130 million, according to Mortgage Professional America.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Commercial Real Estate
Hammack Urges Immediate Rate Hikes to Address Persistent Inflation Pressures
A call for swift interest rate increases to combat inflation above target levels may have significant implications for commercial real estate (CRE) financing and asset valuations.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Commercial Real Estate
Mortgage Rate Latest: Should Borrowers Expect a Drop Anytime Soon?
Mortgage Professional America reports on the current state of mortgage rates and the prospects for any near-term decreases affecting borrowers.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
UWM Loses $603 Million on Interest Rate Bets, Oaktree Provides $2.05 Billion Lifeline at 10% Annual Cost
United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) suffered a $603 million loss on interest rate positions and has secured a $2.05 billion financing facility from Oaktree Capital Management at a 10% annual cost, according to Yahoo Finance.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Capital Markets
MRED Raises Antitrust Concerns Over Zillow Lawsuit Impacting MLS Rules
The Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) has warned that a lawsuit involving Zillow's listing filters may reignite antitrust risks related to multiple listing service (MLS) regulations, referencing the Department of Justice's (DOJ) 2008 National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
Buyers Should Beware the Dangers of New ETFs
The Financial Times warns that new exchange-traded funds (ETFs) featuring high leverage and limited regulatory oversight could pose amplified risks to both individual investors and the broader financial markets.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Commercial Real Estate
CMBS Special Servicing Rate Declines in July Led by Office and Lodging Sectors
The Trepp commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) special servicing rate decreased by 11 basis points to 11.09% in July, driven primarily by improvements in office and lodging property types, according to Connect CRE.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Markets
SEC Considers Advancing Crypto Rules as OCC Opens Doors for Crypto Banks
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to discuss new cryptocurrency trading proposals, while the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is facilitating the entry of crypto banks, according to Yahoo Finance and Investor's Business Daily.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Corporate Finance
FTC Received Consumer Complaints on Phia Months Before Cookie-Stuffing Scandal Emerged
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) began receiving consumer complaints about Phia's undisclosed advertising practices in January, months before the cookie-stuffing scandal involving the Phoebe Gates-founded startup became public, according to Inc.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Commercial Real Estate
Mortgage Rates Ease Slightly, but Mid-6% Range Likely to Persist
Mortgage rates have decreased marginally but remain around the mid-6% range, according to Mortgage Professional America. This suggests that while borrowing costs have softened a bit, the elevated rate environment for mortgages is expected to continue.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Markets
Private Credit Business Development Companies Face Short-Term Gains Amid Long-Term Challenges
Private credit business development companies (BDCs) have experienced a recent short-term rebound, though this improvement contrasts with a prevailing longer-term downtrend, according to Investing.com.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · analysis | Commercial Real Estate
Producer Price Index Stalls in July, but Core Services Prices Gain Momentum
While the overall producer price index (PPI) was unchanged in July, core services prices continued to accelerate, signaling persistent underlying inflationary pressures, according to Scotsman Guide.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | Commercial Real Estate
Homebuyer Numbers Reach Record Low Amid Growing Seller Surplus
Homebuyer activity has declined to historic lows while the surplus of sellers in the market continues to expand, according to Mortgage Professional America.
Historical Editorial Desk Brief · News Brief | M&A
Advent Capital Nears Close of Latest Flagship Fund Backed by $12 Billion in Realizations
Advent International is poised to close its newest flagship private equity fund, supported by over $12 billion in asset realizations so far in 2026, according to Buyouts.