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from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

Does Trump's 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Make Visa and Mastercard a Buy?

He cited affordability concerns and criticized rates of 20% to 30% under the prior administration. This move represents yet another unprecedented government intrusion into the marketplace by his administration, potentially disrupting how banks price credit and manage risk. While aimed at easing consumer burdens, it raises questions about enforcement, as Trump provided no details on implementation - whether through executive action or congressional legislation. Banking groups quickly opposed it, warning of reduced credit availability.
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fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Russian official warns a banking crisis is possible amid nonpayments. 'I don't want to think about a continuation of the war or an escalation' | Fortune

Falling energy revenue, tighter sanctions, depleted reserves, tax hikes, high interest rates, and rising unpaid wages are straining Russia's financial system and raising banking-crisis risks.
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