Although mortgage-backed securities played a pivotal role in the global financial crisis, signs indicate that banks in Europe are once again exploring this as an investment vehicle. Stephen Beard makes the case for them.
The Securities and Exchange Commission is talking to Goldman Sachs about settling its lawsuit against the bank over its actions during the housing collapse.
The Congressional Oversight Panel warns smaller U.S. banks with assets below $100 billion are less likely to be able to repay TARP money. Steve Chiotakis talks to panel chair Elizabeth Warren.
The ratings agency Moody's downgraded the credit of Portugal today. Stephen Beard explains how this impacts the eurozone despite the country being a small economy.
Earnings season is here, and analysts' projections are promising. But many are looking for an omen to determine the overall direction the economy might be taking.
