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Banking

Fed Approves Application by FirstSun Capital Bancorp

The Federal Reserve Board said it approved an application by FirstSun Capital Bancorp, marking a key regulatory milestone for the bank holding company as it advances its strategic plans.

Mar 18, 2026 | 2034

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Banking

Fed Ends Enforcement Actions Involving ICBC and Standard Chartered

The Federal Reserve said it has terminated enforcement actions tied to Industrial and Commercial Bank of China and Standard Chartered, signaling the firms have met supervisory requirements set out in earlier orders.

Mar 18, 2026 | 2029

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Banking

Fed Approves Notice Filed by CBS Banc-Corp, Signaling Progress on Regulated Banking Action

The Federal Reserve Board approved a notice submitted by CBS Banc-Corp, marking a regulatory milestone for the bank’s strategy under federal oversight. The decision underscores the Fed’s role in supervising transactions and activities within the U.S. banking system.

Mar 18, 2026 | 1550

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Banking

Fed Ends Enforcement Action Against Wells Fargo, Signaling Compliance Progress

The Federal Reserve Board said it has terminated an enforcement action with Wells Fargo, closing a chapter in the bank’s regulatory oversight and signaling progress on remediation efforts.

Mar 18, 2026 | 1687

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Markets

U.S. Grants Temporary Leeway to Buy Russian Oil Already at Sea to Steady Energy Markets

Washington has issued a time-limited authorization allowing purchases of Russian crude already in transit, aiming to ease near-term supply tightness and stabilize energy markets without lifting broader sanctions.

Mar 18, 2026 | 1544

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Markets

Drone strike ignites major fire at UAE’s Fujairah oil hub, spotlighting a key shipping choke-point bypass

A fresh drone attack triggered a large fire at the Fujairah oil and shipping hub, the UAE’s critical route that bypasses the Strait of Hormuz. The incident-second in as many days-raises fresh questions for energy markets, shipping insurers, and risk-sensitive assets.

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Markets

Fertilizer Route Disruptions Near Iran Put Fresh Pressure on Global Food Prices

Tensions near the Strait of Hormuz are interrupting fertilizer shipments and raising the risk of higher food inflation as growers face tighter supplies and elevated costs.

Mar 15, 2026 | 2163

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Markets

U.S. Inflation Reaches 2.4% in February 2026, Keeping Pressure on Policy Outlook

Headline CPI rose 2.4% year over year in February 2026, remaining above policymakers’ preferred pace. Investors weigh implications for rates as geopolitical tensions in Iran add uncertainty to the inflation path.

Mar 15, 2026 | 1704

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