Financial Crisis

OECD report calls for agency independence to serve as a bulwark against breakdowns in the regulatory process.

Holding companies accountable for crimes is essential, yet more must be done to end “too big to jail” concerns.

Lawyers propose strategies for regulators in implementing often-overlooked Volcker Rule provisions.

Law professor argues that financial reform legislation hurts consumers.

Rise in leveraged lending prompts concern among the top U.S. financial regulatory agencies.

Basel Committee on Banking Supervision publishes its agenda for 2015–2016.

New report proposes ways that the federal government can help encourage anchor institutions to revitalize communities.

Speech by U.S. regulator highlights complex issues facing U.S. capital markets.

Recently passed House legislation would amend bankruptcy code for big banks.

Central bank discontinues program of buying financial assets from commercial banks and returns focus to managing interest rates.

The costly implementation of the Dodd-Frank Financial Reform Act stems from the law’s political origins.

New rule addresses valuation problems that may have contributed to financial crisis.