THE D100 BOARDROOM LEADERS FOR 2009
October 14, 2009 by Directorship Editors
President Barack Obama and his team top our third-annual list of the Directorship 100, the most influential people in the boardroom and corporate governance community.
October 14, 2009 by Directorship Editors
President Barack Obama and his team top our third-annual list of the Directorship 100, the most influential people in the boardroom and corporate governance community.
Bernanke Attests to Fed’s Capabilities in Congressional Panel
October 2, 2009
The Fed chairman says that his agency is well prepared to monitor the nation's financial structure, but that added oversight would be welcome.
October 2, 2009
The Fed chairman says that his agency is well prepared to monitor the nation's financial structure, but that added oversight would be welcome.
Bernanke Nominated to Second Term as Fed Chairman
August 25, 2009
The Obama administration has said that it wants to keep the team in place that has worked through the financial crisis.
August 25, 2009
The Obama administration has said that it wants to keep the team in place that has worked through the financial crisis.
Bernanke: ‘Financial Crisis Had Elements of Classic Panic’
August 21, 2009
Fed chief sees beginning of emergence from deep global economic recession.
August 21, 2009
Fed chief sees beginning of emergence from deep global economic recession.
Economists Say Recession is Over; Support Second Term for Bernanke
August 13, 2009
Economists agree that the recession is ending and that Bernanke deserves credit.
August 13, 2009
Economists agree that the recession is ending and that Bernanke deserves credit.
Fed Put Pressure on BofA in Emails
June 11, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
Emails revealed by congressional investigators show that representatives from the Federal Reserve were hostile towards Bank of America in the midst of its buyout attempt of Merrill Lynch.
June 11, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
Emails revealed by congressional investigators show that representatives from the Federal Reserve were hostile towards Bank of America in the midst of its buyout attempt of Merrill Lynch.
Bernanke Defends Stress Tests, Dollar
May 12, 2009
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said the stress tests performed on 19 major banks already appear to be helping banks gain access to private capital, at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta 2009 Financial Markets Conference in Jekyll Island, Georgia.
May 12, 2009
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke said the stress tests performed on 19 major banks already appear to be helping banks gain access to private capital, at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta 2009 Financial Markets Conference in Jekyll Island, Georgia.
Cuomo Wants BofA-Merrill Deal Investigation
April 24, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
New York attorney general Andrew Cuomo wants regulators to take a look at the roles played by the Treasury and Federal Reserve in pushing the merger between Bank of America and Merrill Lynch last year.
April 24, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
New York attorney general Andrew Cuomo wants regulators to take a look at the roles played by the Treasury and Federal Reserve in pushing the merger between Bank of America and Merrill Lynch last year.
Bernanke Sees Economic Decline Tapering
April 14, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
The U.S. economy may be reaching the end of its decline, according to Federal Reserve Bank chairman Ben Bernanke in a prepared speech to be delivered today in Atlanta.
April 14, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
The U.S. economy may be reaching the end of its decline, according to Federal Reserve Bank chairman Ben Bernanke in a prepared speech to be delivered today in Atlanta.
Bernanke Offers Regulatory Reform Ideas
March 11, 2009
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke presented a series of potential reformations to the U.S. regulatory system yesterday, including changes to mark-to-market accounting and the possible implementation of an independent risk regulator.
March 11, 2009
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke presented a series of potential reformations to the U.S. regulatory system yesterday, including changes to mark-to-market accounting and the possible implementation of an independent risk regulator.
Buffett’s Annual Letter Warns of Inflation
March 2, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
Warren Buffett’s annual letter to shareholders included his views of the economy and government policy.
March 2, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
Warren Buffett’s annual letter to shareholders included his views of the economy and government policy.
Readings: Back to the Future
February 1, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
President Obama’s job during his first 100 days has been sized up against that of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who took the oath of office as unemployment soared, bread lines formed in America’s cities, and farmers were on the verge of revolt in the heartland.
February 1, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
President Obama’s job during his first 100 days has been sized up against that of Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who took the oath of office as unemployment soared, bread lines formed in America’s cities, and farmers were on the verge of revolt in the heartland.
An Economic Mystery Tour
February 1, 2009
Global economist David Hale says: “If we were to write off $300 billion or $400 billion more just in this country, that could wipe out 30 or 40 percent of U.S. bank capital. Needless to say, that is major risk for the U.S. financial system—and for the U.S. economy.” Hale spoke about the effect of the regulatory response and the prognosis for recovery at the Directorship Boardroom and Economic Leaders Forum in New York in December.
February 1, 2009
Global economist David Hale says: “If we were to write off $300 billion or $400 billion more just in this country, that could wipe out 30 or 40 percent of U.S. bank capital. Needless to say, that is major risk for the U.S. financial system—and for the U.S. economy.” Hale spoke about the effect of the regulatory response and the prognosis for recovery at the Directorship Boardroom and Economic Leaders Forum in New York in December.
Fed Directing Bailout Towards Foreclosures
January 28, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
In a shift away from its focus on the banking behemoths that have been proven so crucial to the American economy, the Federal Reserve has turned its attentions towards the home foreclosures that were a prime motivator of the credit crisis.
January 28, 2009 by Joseph McCafferty
In a shift away from its focus on the banking behemoths that have been proven so crucial to the American economy, the Federal Reserve has turned its attentions towards the home foreclosures that were a prime motivator of the credit crisis.
The 2008 List of Influentials on the Directorship 100
September 1, 2008 by Directorship Editors
The Most Influential Players in Corporate Governance (listed in alphabetical order)
September 1, 2008 by Directorship Editors
The Most Influential Players in Corporate Governance (listed in alphabetical order)
Bernanke, Paulson Support IFRS
July 11, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
The Securities and Exchange Commission plans to join both American and international accounting standards. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson and Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke believe the joining of the two methods will encourage foreign companies to conduct business in the United States.
July 11, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
The Securities and Exchange Commission plans to join both American and international accounting standards. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson and Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke believe the joining of the two methods will encourage foreign companies to conduct business in the United States.
The Fed, SEC Seek to Share Information
June 24, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
The Federal Reserve and the Securities and Exchange Commission are finalizing an agreement that will allow the beginning of redrawing how Wall Street is regulated. The efforts come in response to the near collapse of Bear Stearns. The SEC is also working toward possibly allowing U.S. firms to switch to international financial reporting standards (IFRS).
June 24, 2008 by Joseph McCafferty
The Federal Reserve and the Securities and Exchange Commission are finalizing an agreement that will allow the beginning of redrawing how Wall Street is regulated. The efforts come in response to the near collapse of Bear Stearns. The SEC is also working toward possibly allowing U.S. firms to switch to international financial reporting standards (IFRS).
Economic Outlook: The Fed’s Next Move?
April 29, 2008 by Peter Morici
The Federal Reserve will almost certainly cut the target federal funds rate a quarter point to two percent on Wednesday. Where it goes from there, however, is more uncertain. Fed watchers will be scouring the policy statement for clues on its future direction.
April 29, 2008 by Peter Morici
The Federal Reserve will almost certainly cut the target federal funds rate a quarter point to two percent on Wednesday. Where it goes from there, however, is more uncertain. Fed watchers will be scouring the policy statement for clues on its future direction.