The Fed says it will investigate its oversight of Silicon Valley Bank following the biggest bank failure since 2008

The Fed will investigate its oversight of Silicon Valley Bank, Chairman Jerome Powell said Monday. “The events surrounding Silicon Valley Bank demand a thorough, transparent, and swift review by the Federal Reserve.” SVB became the biggest bank failure since 2008 after regulators closed it Friday.   Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access your… Continue reading The Fed says it will investigate its oversight of Silicon Valley Bank following the biggest bank failure since 2008

‘Shark Tank’ star Kevin O’Leary says he will never buy a bank stock again as Biden has essentially nationalized the industry post-SVB

“Shark Tank” star Kevin O’Leary won’t invest in banks, expecting tighter regulation to kill profits. Although the crisis began with regional banks, O’Leary sees stricter policies hitting bigger lenders. “If you thought putting your money into bank stocks was a good idea, you should change your mind this morning — forever.” Loading Something is loading.… Continue reading ‘Shark Tank’ star Kevin O’Leary says he will never buy a bank stock again as Biden has essentially nationalized the industry post-SVB

US stocks shake off contagion fears to trade mixed amid hopes SVB crisis spurs Fed policy shift

Matthew Fox Reuters US stocks managed to prove resilient and shake off a potential regional bank crisis, with stocks mixed.The implosion of Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank spurred hopes that the Fed will end its interest rate hikes.”We are looking at a historic 2-day drop in the 2-year yield, the largest since right after… Continue reading US stocks shake off contagion fears to trade mixed amid hopes SVB crisis spurs Fed policy shift

Crypto just lost 3 of its most important banking partners in a week. Here’s what experts say the impact will be on the industry.

Insider asked crypto execs and experts where the industry will go after critical partners failed.  Markets are at risk of more volatility and less liquidity in the near term, one cofounder said.  Others see a bull case for decentralized finance and parking assets in non-custodial wallets. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access… Continue reading Crypto just lost 3 of its most important banking partners in a week. Here’s what experts say the impact will be on the industry.

Sell any rally in the stock market as fallout from Silicon Valley Bank’s failure isn’t over after government intervention, Morgan Stanley’s chief stock strategist says

Sell bounces in the stock market as the impact of SVB’s failure plays out, said Morgan Stanley.  The government’s assurance to depositors eases contagion fears, but earnings are under pressure.  “We suggest selling any bounces  … until we make new bear market lows, at a minimum,” said CIO Mike Wilson.  Loading Something is loading. Thanks… Continue reading Sell any rally in the stock market as fallout from Silicon Valley Bank’s failure isn’t over after government intervention, Morgan Stanley’s chief stock strategist says

‘Our profit doesn’t go to me’: Loblaw’s Galen Weston faces his critics during surreal visit to Parliament Hill

Loblaw, Empire and Metro defend themselves against allegations of profiteering in the grocery business Published Mar 08, 2023  •  Last updated 3 days ago  •  7 minute read 94 Comments Chairman and president of Loblaw Cos. Ltd. Galen Weston Jr., right, and president and chief executive of Empire Co. Ltd. Michael Medline appear before a committee… Continue reading ‘Our profit doesn’t go to me’: Loblaw’s Galen Weston faces his critics during surreal visit to Parliament Hill

Adidas stock price faces these 6 threats with Yeezy split set to wipe out $1.3 billion in earnings

Adidas’ share price could be under threat after the sportswear giant ended its Yeezy partnership. The company warned last month that it faces a $1.3 billion earnings wipeout after cutting ties with Ye. It’s also been battered by declining sales in China and Nike’s recent surge. Loading Something is loading. Thanks for signing up! Access… Continue reading Adidas stock price faces these 6 threats with Yeezy split set to wipe out $1.3 billion in earnings

The rally in tech is set to fade after a red-hot start to 2023, but investors should keep an eye on one key industry, analysts say

The tech sector after last year’s bear-market plunge is the best performing in the S&P 500 this year.  Analysts tell Insider the broader sector is too expensive even with pullbacks, as the market faces more rate hikes.  But for investors still eager to get exposure to the sector, look at software, analysts say.  Loading Something… Continue reading The rally in tech is set to fade after a red-hot start to 2023, but investors should keep an eye on one key industry, analysts say