Fed to Cut Biggest Banks' Capital Hike by Half in Overhaul
Sep 10, 2024
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Michael McKee, Bloomberg's International Economics and Policy Correspondent, reveals that the Fed is making major changes to bank-capital rules, easing regulations for large banks. Tamlin Bason, a Technology Analyst, discusses the fallout from Apple and Google facing significant legal battles in the EU. Micheal Dean, Head of Global Autos, analyzes the stock struggles of BMW and Volkswagen, especially in the competitive landscape of electric vehicles. Together, they navigate complex regulatory landscapes and market dynamics shaping financial and tech industries.
The Federal Reserve's proposed changes to bank-capital rules will specifically impact major banks while allowing exceptions for smaller institutions.
The EU's successful legal actions against Apple and Google highlight an increasing commitment to market competition and regulatory accountability for tech giants.
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Michael McKee, Bloomberg International Economics and Policy Correspondent, discusses Fed Vice Chair for Supervision Michael Barr saying US regulators will make sweeping changes to their bank-capital rules proposal. Tamlin Bason, Bloomberg Intelligence Technology Analyst, discusses Apple and Google losing multibillion dollar court fights with the EU. Micheal Dean, Bloomberg Intelligence Head of Global Autos, discusses the latest BMW, Volkswagen news. Donald Steinbrugge, Founder and CEO, at Agecroft Partners, discusses the latest with the hedge fund industry. Nathan Dean, Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Policy Analyst, takes a deep dive into the impact of the US elections. Joe Mazzola, Charles Schwab’s Head Trading and Derivatives Strategist, discusses the latest STAX report.