(Not) Prosecuting Financial Crimes
Holding companies accountable for crimes is essential, yet more must be done to end “too big to jail” concerns.
Can Securities Regulation Stymie Conflict in Africa?
Challenges loom concerning the implementation of a Dodd-Frank provision requiring companies to disclose source minerals from war-torn regions.
Volcker Alliance Presents Reform Priorities
At Penn panel discussion, former Fed chair’s group urges further financial regulatory reform.
Global Banking Associations Attribute Bond Market Slump to Regulation
Researchers claim that post-crisis regulatory overhaul has created a liquidity crisis.
Will the Volcker Rule’s Complexity Be Its Undoing?
Regulators face unique challenges as mandatory compliance begins.
Former Fed Chair Proposes Broad Changes to U.S. Financial Regulatory System
Volcker Alliance releases report calling for new financial system oversight structure.
European Union Reveals Plan to Build Capital Markets Union
EU Commission invites public feedback on private lending consolidation plan.
European Central Bank to Expand Asset Purchase Program
Eurozone bank adds sovereign debt purchases to stimulus plan.
In Defense of Soft Law Accounting Standards
Scholars argue that the diffusion of soft law norms throughout the European Union promotes reliable accounting practices.
An SEC Commissioner Highlights Global Challenges to U.S. Financial Markets
Speech by U.S. regulator highlights complex issues facing U.S. capital markets.
Can We Finally Fix “Too Big to Fail”?
Recently passed House legislation would amend bankruptcy code for big banks.