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In his latest speech regarding the state of monetary policy and the U.S. economy, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell acknowledged the growing concerns about expected inflation stemming from newly announced tariffs and slower projected GDP growth but insisted “the economy is still in a good place.” Read on »

As widespread uncertainty continues about the impact of recent policy changes on the U.S. economy, specifically with respect to future rate reductions, Experian North America Chief Economist Joseph Mayans advised attendees at the Consumer Bankers Association’s annual conference in Orlando to stay “nimble” with respect to business strategies. Read on »

The federal bank regulatory agencies announced their intent to rescind the 2023 Community Reinvestment Act (CRA) final rule and reinstate the CRA framework that existed prior to the October 2023 final rule. The agencies cited “pending litigation” as the basis for their decision. Read on »

Federal Reserve Gov. Michelle Bowman has been nominated to serve as the agency’s next vice chair for supervision. The position was vacated by Michael Barr who stepped down in February but remained a member of the Fed Board of Governors. Read on »

Given increasing uncertainty around the economic outlook and an inflation rate that remains elevated, the Federal Open Market Committee recommended the federal funds rate remain between 4-1/4 to 4-1/2 percent, following the committee’s March meeting. Read on »

With the state of the economy and financial regulations representing a significant source of uncertainty, regulatory agencies have taken some steps intended to help institutions understand certain shifts in the policy landscape and offer assistance where possible. Learn more about some of these recent statements and actions from federal agencies. Read on »

The three federal banking agencies issued the 2024 Shared National Credit report, describing credit risk associated with large, syndicated bank loans, as well as credit quality trends connected to the current state of interest rates. Read on »

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) published guidance reaffirming permissible cryptocurrency activities for banks while rescinding a requirement for institutions to get supervisory clearance before engaging in such activities. The agency also withdrew the OCC from a joint statement on crypto-asset risks to banking organizations. Read on »

Thirty Republican lawmakers anxious to see the Federal Reserve roll back regulations implemented during the Biden administration urged U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to act quickly in filling the role of vice chair of supervision recently vacated by Michael Barr, who stepped down at the end of February.  Read on »

After reviewing the Federal Reserve System’s efforts to implement revised timing goals for submitting and reviewing high-risk redlining cases, the Federal Reserve’s Office of Inspector General concluded no recommendations were necessary for improvement. Read on »