
News: Banks and Finance
In this dedicated space, one can explore a wealth of knowledge encapsulating the domain of Banking and Finance. Designed to cater to the curiosity of those captivated by the banking industry and finance fans alike, it delves into various subjects from the workings of central and commercial banks to the innovative realm of fintech startups. Additionally, it sheds light on macroeconomic aspects such as inflation and financial crises, providing a comprehensive perspective on financial trends and developments.

Hong Kong’s De Facto Central Bank, Proposes Regulating Fiat Currency-Backed Stablecoins With Rules Similar to Banks
This contrasts with its long-held view that bitcoin, the world's largest cryptocurrency with a market capitalization of US$809 billion, is not a form of payment but only a "commodity."
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Inflation Is Running Hot. 15 Stocks to Help Tame It
Inflation has become severe enough to worry consumers, the Fed, and shareholders. Traders anticipate interest rates to climb as the central bank combats increasing prices, which has resulted in an equity market sell-off earlier this year.
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China’s Central Bank Vows Greater Support For Real Economy
The People's Bank of China announced at the end of last week that it would start making more "assertive" financial policy instruments. The comment mentioned that "appropriate use" would be made of monetary policy instruments' quantitative and structural roles.
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Think the Federal Reserve Is Already Tightening? Not So Fast
Finally, what is not appreciated is that a true tightening of liquidity in 2022 might result from an outright decrease of the central bank's balance sheet. That is not on the market's radar, but Fed watchers in the know are discussing it.
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There Will Be No Student-Loan Apocalypse
After almost two years of payments pause, over 20 million borrowers will be required to begin repaying their federal student loans in February. Due to worries about the Delta and Omicron versions and the economy, several Democrats have encouraged the Biden administration to prolong the payment freeze and interest waiver further.
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Germany Is Closing Half Of Its Reactors At Worst Possible Time
Germany plans to deactivate nearly half of its nuclear-generating plants by the end of the year, placing more pressure on networks in Europe that are already dealing with one of the greatest power shortages the region has ever seen
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Holiday-Shortened Week, Inflation Data: What To Know This Week
Due to the holiday falling on a Saturday this year, equity markets will be closed all day on Friday in observance of Christmas. The US market will likewise close earlier on Thursday, at 2 p.m. ET, and will be closed fully on Friday.
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