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Goldman CEO Blankfein warns 'fiscal cliff' threatens confidence in U.S. economy
Oct 2, 2012
Lloyd Blankfein, chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, says the U.S. risks a ratings downgrade and a hit to its reputation as a global business leader as legislators battle over the upcoming 'fiscal cliff.'
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When regulations change: From baseball to banking
Jul 20, 2012
Two years after the Dodd-Frank Law was enacted, many in the banking sector are still grumbling about the change in regulation. How does that compare to when the rules change in another American pastime: Baseball?
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Sheila Bair on the state of Dodd-Frank and financial reform
Jul 18, 2012
Two years ago this Saturday, President Obama signed the Dodd-Frank financial reform law. Many say the bailout pulled the economy back from the brink. But the ad-hoc nature of the bailout made clear we needed better ways of responding to -- and ideally preventing -- financial crises.
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Regulators to define 'swap' under Dodd-Frank Act
Jul 10, 2012
Today, federal regulators are going to define the word "swap," -- and that seemingly simple act will set in motion a series of new regulations that are part of the Dodd-Frank financial reform law.
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Senators get briefing on Dodd-Frank progress
Jun 6, 2012
Implementation of the financial industry overhaul is still a work in progress. More than half of the 400 new rules have missed their deadlines.
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Is it time to break up the banks?
Apr 4, 2012
Commentator Robert Reich says the continued specter of 'too big to fail' compels nothing less.
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Rule encouraging whistleblowers to come forward
Mar 13, 2012
Whistleblowers at American corporations are sending thousands more tips to the Securities and Exchange Commission to take advantage of a program that can make turning in your employer more lucrative than winning the lottery.
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MID-DAY UPDATE: Dodd-Frank, budget cuts, Middle East and Lap-Band
Feb 17, 2011
The Senate banking committee today is questioning regulators of the Dodd-Frank law to gauge how much they've improved the financial system. The law...
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MIDDAY UPDATE: new financial rules, Ghana oil drilling, Facebook
Dec 15, 2010
Federal agencies are beginning to shape the rules under Congress's financial overhaul, also known as the Dodd-Frank law. Regulators want to require...
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MID-DAY UPDATE: Gold prices glitter and investors go "green"
Nov 9, 2010
Gold hit records highs today, topping more than $1,412.75 an ounce. Why are investors putting their faith in gold? Will the Republicans take aim at...
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