Bank of England mulls shelving of digital pound
The Bank of England is considering shelving plans for the creation of a digital pound amid growing scepticism…
EU budget plan would deal ‘devastating blow’ to nature – POLITICO
Some warn that unless clearly allocated, money will inevitably flow to industrial projects that fit with the Commission’s…
ECB launches design contest for future euro banknotes
The European Central Bank (ECB) has launched a public design contest for the next generation of euro banknotes,…
Greece to enforce tougher bank oversight rules from October
[SHUTTERSTOCK] A stricter regulatory framework for Greek banks will take effect on October 1, aiming to strengthen risk…
EU lowers Russia oil cap and imposes new sanctions after Fico drops veto – POLITICO
The approved measures restrict Russian banks’ access to transactions, target 105 “shadow fleet” ships used to evade sanctions…
Spain violated EU rules by meddling in banking merger, says Brussels – POLITICO
Brussels vs national capitals The Commission has been in talks with Spain over the case since last year.…
Wall Street bosses preach caution after surprise dealmaking rebound
Wall Street bosses preach caution after surprise dealmaking rebound US investment banks made $9bn in investment banking fees…
Beige Book: Southeast Economy Little Changed amid Uncertainty
July 16, 2025 Generally speaking, the economy of the Southeast from mid-May through June continued in a holding…
Basel Bids for Asia Digital Dominance as US Debates ‘Crypto Week’
As the US debates key cryptocurrency legislation in what has been dubbed “crypto week” by lawmakers there, Disruption…
Banks Banned from Charging for Basic Accounts: Croatia Cleans Up Fees and State-Owned Firms
Croatian citizens just got a financial breather. Parliament has passed a new law that stops banks from charging…
Togo Delays UTB Reform to 2026 Amid IMF Pressure and Unresolved Banking Risks
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A Walk Down Peachtree Street: The Discount Window and Liquidity Readiness
July 14, 2025 By Joe Davidson, Senior Vice PresidentSupervision and RegulationFederal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Greetings, As we…