Financial institutions face both domestic and international regulatory uncertainty. Learn what we think you should prepare for in 2017 and how EAI can help.
Two clouds hung over the financial markets in the late summer: worries about a European financial crisis and concerns that the U.S. economy might be tipping back into recession. Real GDP rose at a 2.5% annual rate in the advance estimate for 3Q11, which should put to rest fears that the U.S. economy has already entered recession. However, there are still some important uncertainties in the growth outlook for 2012. European leaders dodged a bullet last week, with the agreement on Greek debt (failure would have triggered a more immediate crisis). However, they did not put a number of problems to bed completely. So, how long will the good feelings last?
High levels of government debt are a big concern for investors both here and abroad. Efforts must be made eventually to reduce deficits. However, acting too soon will weaken the economic recovery. Looking ahead, there are no easy solutions.
The Federal Open Market Committee, the Fed’s policymaking arm, will meet on November 2-3. Clearly, there are some differences of opinion among senior Fed officials regarding the appropriate path for monetary policy. However, the dissenters (those wanting to do less) are a small minority. The FOMC will come together with a somewhat less troublesome near-term economic outlook (no recession in the near term), but there are more concerns about growth in 2012.
Last week, the federal government breached the current debt ceiling, $14.284 trillion. The Treasury had begun taking evasive action the week before, but warned that it couldn’t do so beyond early August – and Congress would have to raise the debt ceiling before then. Will the government default? The strong betting is that it won’t. The bond market doesn’t seem to be worried. However, the increased rhetoric could have a bigger impact on the equity and currency markets.
It’s well known that recessions that are caused by financial crises are much more severe, are longer lasting, and are followed by gradual recoveries. Another lesson from history is that during these recoveries, policies are often tightened too soon. In 1937, efforts to balance the budget led to a recession within the Great Depression. It’s said that those who don’t remember the past are doomed to repeat it.
One of the key themes for investors in early 2011 is likely to be a shifting economic picture. For the stock market, things tend to be all or none. That is, either the economy is booming or it’s falling apart – there’s not much ground in the middle. Investors seem to struggle with moderate and uneven economic growth. The tax cut package has taken the double-dip recession scenario off the table, but the data for the next few months are likely to be mixed, suggesting strong growth in one set of figures and more moderate growth in another. That back and forth should create some opportunities for investors.
The national debt is more than an abstract concept for the government to worry about. It affects you and your family. This paper explains how and the need to fix the debt.
Two clouds hung over the financial markets in the late summer: worries about a European financial crisis and concerns that the U.S. economy might be tipping back into recession. Real GDP rose at a 2.5% annual rate in the advance estimate for 3Q11, which should put to rest fears that the U.S. economy has already entered recession. However, there are still some important uncertainties in the growth outlook for 2012. European leaders dodged a bullet last week, with the agreement on Greek debt (failure would have triggered a more immediate crisis). However, they did not put a number of problems to bed completely. So, how long will the good feelings last?
High levels of government debt are a big concern for investors both here and abroad. Efforts must be made eventually to reduce deficits. However, acting too soon will weaken the economic recovery. Looking ahead, there are no easy solutions.
The Federal Open Market Committee, the Fed’s policymaking arm, will meet on November 2-3. Clearly, there are some differences of opinion among senior Fed officials regarding the appropriate path for monetary policy. However, the dissenters (those wanting to do less) are a small minority. The FOMC will come together with a somewhat less troublesome near-term economic outlook (no recession in the near term), but there are more concerns about growth in 2012.
Last week, the federal government breached the current debt ceiling, $14.284 trillion. The Treasury had begun taking evasive action the week before, but warned that it couldn’t do so beyond early August – and Congress would have to raise the debt ceiling before then. Will the government default? The strong betting is that it won’t. The bond market doesn’t seem to be worried. However, the increased rhetoric could have a bigger impact on the equity and currency markets.
It’s well known that recessions that are caused by financial crises are much more severe, are longer lasting, and are followed by gradual recoveries. Another lesson from history is that during these recoveries, policies are often tightened too soon. In 1937, efforts to balance the budget led to a recession within the Great Depression. It’s said that those who don’t remember the past are doomed to repeat it.
One of the key themes for investors in early 2011 is likely to be a shifting economic picture. For the stock market, things tend to be all or none. That is, either the economy is booming or it’s falling apart – there’s not much ground in the middle. Investors seem to struggle with moderate and uneven economic growth. The tax cut package has taken the double-dip recession scenario off the table, but the data for the next few months are likely to be mixed, suggesting strong growth in one set of figures and more moderate growth in another. That back and forth should create some opportunities for investors.
The national debt is more than an abstract concept for the government to worry about. It affects you and your family. This paper explains how and the need to fix the debt.
Senior Fed officials meet next week amid what is widely seen as a slow patch in economic growth. A key question for investors, as well as for monetary policymakers, is whether this slowing will be temporary. Most likely, growth should pick up in the second half of the year. However, there are downside risks in the near term. Moreover, monetary policy appears to be handcuffed and fiscal policy is set to go in the wrong direction.
The Macroeconomic Consequences of Mr. Trump’s Economic PoliciesSusana Gallardo
This paper assesses the macroeconomic consequences of presidential candidate Donald
Trump’s proposed economic policies. These include his policies on taxes and government
spending, immigration, and international trade. A similar analysis of candidate Hillary
Clinton’s proposed economic policies will be forthcoming
Faster than a speeding tortoise, more powerful than suntan lotion, unable to leap small objects in a single bound – the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction (aka “the super committee”) is stumbling toward its November 23 deadline.
The recent economic data have been disappointing, but hardly a disaster. The broad range of indicators suggest a slowing in the pace of growth – not a contraction. One month does not a trend make, but the data have generated some anxieties about whether the current slow patch could be a lot longer lasting or turn into something more severe.
The first part of December is a busy time for economists. People want to know what’s going to happen in the coming year. However, nobody’s clairvoyant. Forecasts are certain to be wrong. We can only tell you what to expect. The outlook for 2011 has been especially challenging, as the ground has been shifting under our feet. The tax proposal, the rout in bonds, and simmering concerns about Europe would seem to have significant impacts on the growth outlook, and they do. However, as with any economic recovery, positive forces battle it out with negative forces, with the positive force eventually dominating. Along the way, the pace is typically uneven across time and across sectors. That implies some volatility in the markets as investors debate the strength of the recovery.
Higher oil prices have raised new concerns about the strength of the economic recovery. If sustained, the rise in gasoline prices will restrain the pace of economic growth noticeably, but does not appear to be large enough (so far) to derail the expansion. Meanwhile, a federal government shutdown looms as lawmakers bicker over the future path of expenditures. Austerity at all levels of government is well-intentioned, but is not advisable at this point in the economic recovery.
What is the "fiscal cliff"? It's the term being used by many to describe the unique combination of tax increases and spending cuts scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2013. The ominous term reflects the belief by some that, taken together, higher taxes and decreased spending at the levels prescribed have the potential to derail the economy. Whether we do indeed step off the cliff at the end of the year, and what exactly that will mean for the economy, depends on several factors.
The Case for AAA Underlying Municipal BondsIan Welch
4
Intent
• Create AAA Underlying Portfolio
• Create Default Resistant Portfolio
• Take advantage of sell side pressure
• Take advantage of negative perception of municipal bond market to amass AAA bonds
Our coverage of Latin America includes an update on Brazil, where President Dilma Rousseff’s political authority
is threatened by an ever-widening corruption scandal that has turned some of her key allies into hostile enemies,
complicating an already diffi cult task of balancing the competing imperatives of reviving a stagnating economy and
retaining the confi dence of foreign investors.
Senior Fed officials meet next week amid what is widely seen as a slow patch in economic growth. A key question for investors, as well as for monetary policymakers, is whether this slowing will be temporary. Most likely, growth should pick up in the second half of the year. However, there are downside risks in the near term. Moreover, monetary policy appears to be handcuffed and fiscal policy is set to go in the wrong direction.
The Macroeconomic Consequences of Mr. Trump’s Economic PoliciesSusana Gallardo
This paper assesses the macroeconomic consequences of presidential candidate Donald
Trump’s proposed economic policies. These include his policies on taxes and government
spending, immigration, and international trade. A similar analysis of candidate Hillary
Clinton’s proposed economic policies will be forthcoming
Faster than a speeding tortoise, more powerful than suntan lotion, unable to leap small objects in a single bound – the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction (aka “the super committee”) is stumbling toward its November 23 deadline.
The recent economic data have been disappointing, but hardly a disaster. The broad range of indicators suggest a slowing in the pace of growth – not a contraction. One month does not a trend make, but the data have generated some anxieties about whether the current slow patch could be a lot longer lasting or turn into something more severe.
The first part of December is a busy time for economists. People want to know what’s going to happen in the coming year. However, nobody’s clairvoyant. Forecasts are certain to be wrong. We can only tell you what to expect. The outlook for 2011 has been especially challenging, as the ground has been shifting under our feet. The tax proposal, the rout in bonds, and simmering concerns about Europe would seem to have significant impacts on the growth outlook, and they do. However, as with any economic recovery, positive forces battle it out with negative forces, with the positive force eventually dominating. Along the way, the pace is typically uneven across time and across sectors. That implies some volatility in the markets as investors debate the strength of the recovery.
Higher oil prices have raised new concerns about the strength of the economic recovery. If sustained, the rise in gasoline prices will restrain the pace of economic growth noticeably, but does not appear to be large enough (so far) to derail the expansion. Meanwhile, a federal government shutdown looms as lawmakers bicker over the future path of expenditures. Austerity at all levels of government is well-intentioned, but is not advisable at this point in the economic recovery.
What is the "fiscal cliff"? It's the term being used by many to describe the unique combination of tax increases and spending cuts scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2013. The ominous term reflects the belief by some that, taken together, higher taxes and decreased spending at the levels prescribed have the potential to derail the economy. Whether we do indeed step off the cliff at the end of the year, and what exactly that will mean for the economy, depends on several factors.
The Case for AAA Underlying Municipal BondsIan Welch
4
Intent
• Create AAA Underlying Portfolio
• Create Default Resistant Portfolio
• Take advantage of sell side pressure
• Take advantage of negative perception of municipal bond market to amass AAA bonds
Our coverage of Latin America includes an update on Brazil, where President Dilma Rousseff’s political authority
is threatened by an ever-widening corruption scandal that has turned some of her key allies into hostile enemies,
complicating an already diffi cult task of balancing the competing imperatives of reviving a stagnating economy and
retaining the confi dence of foreign investors.
Infographic describing the rising number of FINRA and SEC disciplinary actions and fines. It also informs customers about how EAI Information Systems can help companies be compliant and survive audits.
Masöz Miray İstanbul Ataköy kendi yerinde hizmet veriyor. Profesyonel masaj hizmeti için aramanızı bekliyor.
Uygun bir pozisyonda, sırtınızın üstüne düz bir şekilde, elleriniz yanlarınızda olacak şekilde uzanın. Kollarınızı kaldırın ve direk olarak başınızın üzerine doğru indirin, yerde başınızdan uzaklaştırmaya çalışırcasına uzatın. Bütün ağırlığınızı esnetilmiş kollarınıza, omuzlarınıza ve topuklarınıza vererek sırtınızı, belinizi, gövdenizi ve bacaklarınızın üst kısmını yerden kaldırın. Vücudunuzu yukarı doğru kaldırabildiğiniz kadar kaldırın. Birkaç saniye boyunca bu pozisyonda kalın ve sonrasında başladığınız pozisyona geri dönün. Bu egzersizi 5 kere tekrarlayın.
Sabahın erken saatlerinde, geceye göre yaklaşık 1 inç daha uzunsunuzdur. Bunun sebebi de, saatler boyunca yatay bir pozisyonda yattıktan sonra (gece uyuduğunuzda olduğu gibi) sırtınızdaki disklerdeki basıncın azalmasıdır. Birkaç saat ayakta durduktan sonra o boyunuzda kesinlikle bir değişiklik olacaktır. Bu yüzden kendi boyunuzu ölçmek istiyorsanız, sabah erken saatte ölçmenin yanıltıcı olabileceği gerçeğine bağlı olarak boyunuzu gece ölçmeniz ve bunu ana ölçünüz olarak kullanmanız tavsiye edilir. Ayrıca boyunuzu günün aynı saatinde ölçmeye çalışın.
#masöz #miray #ataköy #avrupayakası #istanbul
What is the Top500? What can we determine, from its research, about retail apps in the UK and Europe?
A brief presentation to a small number of delegates in a private dining room at the SkyGarden in London on the morning of 16th March.
Download the reports (free) that it's based on: internetretailing.net/IRUK and internetretailing.net/IREU
Baromètre EY du capital risque en France - Bilan annuel 2016EY
Le Baromètre EY du capital risque en France recense les opérations de financement en fonds propres des entreprises en phase de création ou durant les premières années d’existence, en date d’opération du 1er janvier au 31 décembre 2016, publiées avant le 20 janvier 2017.
In this issue:
1. TD Wealth Asset Allocation Committee: Market outlook: the year ahead
2. TD Economics: A foundation for uncertain times
3. TD Wealth: New principal residence exemption rules
Paradox of acute uncertainty and strong consensus viewsOlivier Desbarres
There appears to be a quasi-universal belief that 2017 will be characterised by acute uncertainty, with the list of difficult-to-predict economic and political variables growing exponentially in recent months.
These include the paths which Donald Trump will tread in the US and Theresa May in the UK, the Fed’s reaction function, the future of the eurozone and EU with European elections looming, the perennial question of China’s exchange rate policy and outlook for oil prices.
And yet, there is already it would seem a set of strong consensus views about the direction which economic variables and financial markets will follow in 2017.
US reflationary policies are expected to rule, boosting already decent US economic growth, inflation and US equities, in turn forcing the Fed to adopt a far more hawkish stance than in 2015-2016 and pushing US yields and dollar higher.
At the same time, President-elect Trump’s penchant for protectionism, alongside a strong dollar and higher US yields, are seen as major headwinds for indebted emerging economies reliant on trade and by implication for emerging currencies, bonds and equities. These seemingly include the Mexican Peso and Chinese Renminbi.
Moreover, the consensus forecast is that at the very least EUR/USD will fall below parity, having got close in December.
The perception of acute uncertainty is not totally incompatible with seemingly well-anchored forecasts but they do make uncomfortable bed-fellows.
Some of the uncertainties which have gained prominence can be put to rest, for now at least. At the same time, some of the sure-fire trades currently advocated may struggle to stand the test of time, in my view.
Marine Le Pen is very unlikely to become the next French President, the Italian banking sector will not be allowed to implode and the euro may end the year on a strong note.
Emerging market currencies have showed greater poise in the past few weeks, with a number of central banks showing both the appetite and the room to support their currencies. This should be borne in mind.
This was a March 2017 presentation for Cole Capital Partners in AZ.
The speech covered the US & International economy, Trump administration policies and future growth opportunities for CRE.
I need a 125 word reply to each of the four following forum postings.docxtroutmanboris
I need a 125 word reply to each of the four following forum postings in a finance class (500 words total) You are responding to comments made by other students in the class. MUST BE ORIGINAL!
Forum #1
When an organization decides to engage in international financing activities, they also take on additional risk as well as opportunities. The main risks that are associated with businesses engaging in international finance include foreign exchange risk and political risk. These risks may sometimes make it difficult to maintain constant and reliable revenue. When an organization decides to engage in international financing activities, they also take on additional risk as well as opportunities. The main risks that are associated with businesses engaging in international finance include foreign exchange risk and political risk. These risks may sometimes make it difficult to maintain constant and reliable revenue. Foreign exchange risk occurs when the value of investment fluctuates due to changes in a currency's exchange rate. When a domestic currency appreciates against a foreign currency, profit or returns earned in the foreign country will decrease after being exchanged back to the domestic currency. Political risk transpires when a country's government unexpectedly changes its policies, which now negatively affect the foreign company. These policy changes can include such things as trade barriers, which serve to limit or prevent international trade. “Since 2010, one in ten of the countries surveyed have experienced a significant increase in the level of short-term political risk. These risks include governments asserting control over natural resources, regimes being ousted by popular uprisings and the expropriation of foreign investors' assets” (Brown, Sophle. 2013).
References
Brown, Sophle. Political instability on the rise. Dec 11, 2013. Retrieved from web:
http://www.cnn.com/2013/12/11/business/maplecroft-political-risk/
Forum #2
Multinational companies seem to be the standard for future business. They are typically more productive and pay their workers more than comparable locally owned businesses (Eun & Renick, 2015). With the many advantages that are available to multinationals it is no surprise that companies are shifting in this direction. However, all of the advantages do not come risk free as you may have expected. Two of the significant risks associated with multinationals and international financial management are foreign exchange risk and political risks.
Foreign exchange risk is what would likely be the first thing you would consider when thinking about international finance. Exchange rates fluctuate on a regular basis and can be somewhat unpredictable at times. This has been the case since the early 1970s when fixed exchange rates were abandoned (Eun & Renick, 2015). Exchange risk is the difference between the exchange rate at the moment a business deal is closed for a given amount and the exchange rate at the moment when .
Now in its third year, Duff & Phelps' Global Enforcement Review provides analysis and commentary on global enforcement trends in the financial services industry. To compile this report, we studied published data released by the UK Financial Conduct Authority, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the U.S. Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, and the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong in 2015 and recent years. We have also explored the enforcement trends specifically in various offshore jurisdictions in the chapter: The Changing Tides. As definitions and reporting standards vary across the authorities under review, certain data points may not be unilaterally comparable or available. We have nevertheless sought to examine figures from each regulatory body as indicative of wider trends in the global financial services industry.
Similar to In the Face of Uncertainty, Agility Wins (20)
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how can I sell pi coins after successfully completing KYCDOT TECH
Pi coins is not launched yet in any exchange 💱 this means it's not swappable, the current pi displaying on coin market cap is the iou version of pi. And you can learn all about that on my previous post.
RIGHT NOW THE ONLY WAY you can sell pi coins is through verified pi merchants. A pi merchant is someone who buys pi coins and resell them to exchanges and crypto whales. Looking forward to hold massive quantities of pi coins before the mainnet launch.
This is because pi network is not doing any pre-sale or ico offerings, the only way to get my coins is from buying from miners. So a merchant facilitates the transactions between the miners and these exchanges holding pi.
I and my friends has sold more than 6000 pi coins successfully with this method. I will be happy to share the contact of my personal pi merchant. The one i trade with, if you have your own merchant you can trade with them. For those who are new.
Message: @Pi_vendor_247 on telegram.
I wouldn't advise you selling all percentage of the pi coins. Leave at least a before so its a win win during open mainnet. Have a nice day pioneers ♥️
#kyc #mainnet #picoins #pi #sellpi #piwallet
#pinetwork
The European Unemployment Puzzle: implications from population agingGRAPE
We study the link between the evolving age structure of the working population and unemployment. We build a large new Keynesian OLG model with a realistic age structure, labor market frictions, sticky prices, and aggregate shocks. Once calibrated to the European economy, we quantify the extent to which demographic changes over the last three decades have contributed to the decline of the unemployment rate. Our findings yield important implications for the future evolution of unemployment given the anticipated further aging of the working population in Europe. We also quantify the implications for optimal monetary policy: lowering inflation volatility becomes less costly in terms of GDP and unemployment volatility, which hints that optimal monetary policy may be more hawkish in an aging society. Finally, our results also propose a partial reversal of the European-US unemployment puzzle due to the fact that the share of young workers is expected to remain robust in the US.
Falcon stands out as a top-tier P2P Invoice Discounting platform in India, bridging esteemed blue-chip companies and eager investors. Our goal is to transform the investment landscape in India by establishing a comprehensive destination for borrowers and investors with diverse profiles and needs, all while minimizing risk. What sets Falcon apart is the elimination of intermediaries such as commercial banks and depository institutions, allowing investors to enjoy higher yields.
If you are looking for a pi coin investor. Then look no further because I have the right one he is a pi vendor (he buy and resell to whales in China). I met him on a crypto conference and ever since I and my friends have sold more than 10k pi coins to him And he bought all and still want more. I will drop his telegram handle below just send him a message.
@Pi_vendor_247
The Evolution of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India: Challenges...beulahfernandes8
Role in Financial System
NBFCs are critical in bridging the financial inclusion gap.
They provide specialized financial services that cater to segments often neglected by traditional banks.
Economic Impact
NBFCs contribute significantly to India's GDP.
They support sectors like micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), housing finance, and personal loans.
What website can I sell pi coins securely.DOT TECH
Currently there are no website or exchange that allow buying or selling of pi coins..
But you can still easily sell pi coins, by reselling it to exchanges/crypto whales interested in holding thousands of pi coins before the mainnet launch.
Who is a pi merchant?
A pi merchant is someone who buys pi coins from miners and resell to these crypto whales and holders of pi..
This is because pi network is not doing any pre-sale. The only way exchanges can get pi is by buying from miners and pi merchants stands in between the miners and the exchanges.
How can I sell my pi coins?
Selling pi coins is really easy, but first you need to migrate to mainnet wallet before you can do that. I will leave the telegram contact of my personal pi merchant to trade with.
Tele-gram.
@Pi_vendor_247
how to sell pi coins on Bitmart crypto exchangeDOT TECH
Yes. Pi network coins can be exchanged but not on bitmart exchange. Because pi network is still in the enclosed mainnet. The only way pioneers are able to trade pi coins is by reselling the pi coins to pi verified merchants.
A verified merchant is someone who buys pi network coins and resell it to exchanges looking forward to hold till mainnet launch.
I will leave the telegram contact of my personal pi merchant to trade with.
@Pi_vendor_247
Seminar: Gender Board Diversity through Ownership NetworksGRAPE
Seminar on gender diversity spillovers through ownership networks at FAME|GRAPE. Presenting novel research. Studies in economics and management using econometrics methods.
Yes of course, you can easily start mining pi network coin today and sell to legit pi vendors in the United States.
Here the telegram contact of my personal vendor.
@Pi_vendor_247
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BYD SWOT Analysis and In-Depth Insights 2024.pptxmikemetalprod
Indepth analysis of the BYD 2024
BYD (Build Your Dreams) is a Chinese automaker and battery manufacturer that has snowballed over the past two decades to become a significant player in electric vehicles and global clean energy technology.
This SWOT analysis examines BYD's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats as it competes in the fast-changing automotive and energy storage industries.
Founded in 1995 and headquartered in Shenzhen, BYD started as a battery company before expanding into automobiles in the early 2000s.
Initially manufacturing gasoline-powered vehicles, BYD focused on plug-in hybrid and fully electric vehicles, leveraging its expertise in battery technology.
Today, BYD is the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer, delivering over 1.2 million electric cars globally. The company also produces electric buses, trucks, forklifts, and rail transit.
On the energy side, BYD is a major supplier of rechargeable batteries for cell phones, laptops, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems.
US Economic Outlook - Being Decided - M Capital Group August 2021.pdfpchutichetpong
The U.S. economy is continuing its impressive recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and not slowing down despite re-occurring bumps. The U.S. savings rate reached its highest ever recorded level at 34% in April 2020 and Americans seem ready to spend. The sectors that had been hurt the most by the pandemic specifically reduced consumer spending, like retail, leisure, hospitality, and travel, are now experiencing massive growth in revenue and job openings.
Could this growth lead to a “Roaring Twenties”? As quickly as the U.S. economy contracted, experiencing a 9.1% drop in economic output relative to the business cycle in Q2 2020, the largest in recorded history, it has rebounded beyond expectations. This surprising growth seems to be fueled by the U.S. government’s aggressive fiscal and monetary policies, and an increase in consumer spending as mobility restrictions are lifted. Unemployment rates between June 2020 and June 2021 decreased by 5.2%, while the demand for labor is increasing, coupled with increasing wages to incentivize Americans to rejoin the labor force. Schools and businesses are expected to fully reopen soon. In parallel, vaccination rates across the country and the world continue to rise, with full vaccination rates of 50% and 14.8% respectively.
However, it is not completely smooth sailing from here. According to M Capital Group, the main risks that threaten the continued growth of the U.S. economy are inflation, unsettled trade relations, and another wave of Covid-19 mutations that could shut down the world again. Have we learned from the past year of COVID-19 and adapted our economy accordingly?
“In order for the U.S. economy to continue growing, whether there is another wave or not, the U.S. needs to focus on diversifying supply chains, supporting business investment, and maintaining consumer spending,” says Grace Feeley, a research analyst at M Capital Group.
While the economic indicators are positive, the risks are coming closer to manifesting and threatening such growth. The new variants spreading throughout the world, Delta, Lambda, and Gamma, are vaccine-resistant and muddy the predictions made about the economy and health of the country. These variants bring back the feeling of uncertainty that has wreaked havoc not only on the stock market but the mindset of people around the world. MCG provides unique insight on how to mitigate these risks to possibly ensure a bright economic future.
USDA Loans in California: A Comprehensive Overview.pptxmarketing367770
USDA Loans in California: A Comprehensive Overview
If you're dreaming of owning a home in California's rural or suburban areas, a USDA loan might be the perfect solution. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) offers these loans to help low-to-moderate-income individuals and families achieve homeownership.
Key Features of USDA Loans:
Zero Down Payment: USDA loans require no down payment, making homeownership more accessible.
Competitive Interest Rates: These loans often come with lower interest rates compared to conventional loans.
Flexible Credit Requirements: USDA loans have more lenient credit score requirements, helping those with less-than-perfect credit.
Guaranteed Loan Program: The USDA guarantees a portion of the loan, reducing risk for lenders and expanding borrowing options.
Eligibility Criteria:
Location: The property must be located in a USDA-designated rural or suburban area. Many areas in California qualify.
Income Limits: Applicants must meet income guidelines, which vary by region and household size.
Primary Residence: The home must be used as the borrower's primary residence.
Application Process:
Find a USDA-Approved Lender: Not all lenders offer USDA loans, so it's essential to choose one approved by the USDA.
Pre-Qualification: Determine your eligibility and the amount you can borrow.
Property Search: Look for properties in eligible rural or suburban areas.
Loan Application: Submit your application, including financial and personal information.
Processing and Approval: The lender and USDA will review your application. If approved, you can proceed to closing.
USDA loans are an excellent option for those looking to buy a home in California's rural and suburban areas. With no down payment and flexible requirements, these loans make homeownership more attainable for many families. Explore your eligibility today and take the first step toward owning your dream home.
2. Financial Institutions Face
an Uncertain Landscape
“Surprises over the past 12 months—principally the UK
vote to exit the European Union (EU) and Donald Trump’s
victory in the US presidential elections—have tipped the
balance to make 2017 one of the most difficult years for
business’ strategic decision making since the end of the
Cold War …”1
“The risk of major shocks to the global economy is
increasing. The potential loss to the world’s economic
output is estimated at $1.17 trillion in 2017 and rising in
the following two years …”2
1 Graham Buck, “’Acute Uncertainty’ lies ahead for business in 2017,” GT News, December 14, 2016
2 Cambridge Centre for Risk Studies at Cambridge Judge Business School
2 eaiinfosys.com
4. Domestic Regulatory Uncertainty
Dodd-Frank will be diluted, though which parts of the financial
sector may see relief is unclear. Any unfinished Dodd-Frank rules
risk infinite delay.1
Dodd-Frank will not Be Repealed …
Mr. Trump will be President and Republicans will still have a
Congressional majority, but Democratic Senators can derail changes
they oppose through filibusters … As a result, repealing Dodd-Frank
entirely or other big ticket items on the Republican wish list, such as
dismantling the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) or
Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC), will have to wait.2
1
Bloomberg for Enterprise, “Financial policy 2017 outlook,” December 1, 2016
2
Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation, “Ten Key Implications of Donald Trump’s Electoral Victory for
Financial and Securities Regulation,” December 7, 2016
4 eaiinfosys.com
5. 5
… However, Some Targeted Dodd-Frank
Rollback by Congress will Occur
One likely item is the Volcker Rule’s limits on
proprietary trading because many deem it as overly
intrusive on banks’ businesses, and moderates have
even questioned its utility. Many have also questioned
its adverse impact on market liquidity and its wide net
that accidentally captures certain asset managers.1
1
Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation, “Ten Key Implications of Donald Trump’s
Electoral Victory for Financial and Securities Regulation,” December 7, 2016
Domestic Regulatory Uncertainty
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6. The DOL’s Fiduciary Duty Rule will
Remain Intact but Compliance
Deadlines Face Delay
The core of the Department of Labor’s (DOL)
fiduciary duty rule will likely survive the electoral
changes. The industry has already made
significant progress toward complying with the
rule, and despite the rhetoric there is a general
recognition of the importance of removing
perceived conflicts of interest between financial
advisers and retirement investors.1
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Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation, “Ten Key Implications of Donald Trump’s Electoral Victory for Financial and Securities Regulation,” December 7, 2016
Continue to Prepare?
… The Trump administration has delayed the
rule from taking effect on April 10, 2017. The
administration may further tweak some components
but it is unlikely to quash it … yet. In other words,
advisors should continue to prepare for the rule’s first
enactment in early June.
Domestic Regulatory Uncertainty
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7. Will AML and Sanctions Regulation Stay the Course?
We do not expect much deregulation related to sanctions, terrorist financing, and anti-money laundering
(AML). In fact, many believe President-elect Trump would reverse President Obama’s moves toward easing
sanctions against Iran and Cuba, but in our view such a reversal is much easier said than done.1
NYDFS AML and Sanctions Screening Regulations Effective January 1, 2017
The New York Department of Financial Services (DFS) has adopted a risk-based anti-terrorism and anti-
money laundering regulation that requires regulated institutions to maintain programs to monitor and filter
transactions for potential Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and anti-money laundering (AML) violations and prevent
transactions with sanctioned entities. The final regulation requires regulated institutions annually to submit
a board resolution or senior officer compliance finding confirming steps taken to ascertain compliance
with the regulation.
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Harvard Law School Forum on Corporate Governance and Financial Regulation, “Ten Key Implications of Donald Trump’s Electoral Victory for Financial and Securities Regulation,” December 7, 2016
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9. Brexit Questions
Political instability, and as a corollary financial-regulatory uncertainty,
is bound to intensify in 2017 as Europe faces a wave of general
elections and Brexit negotiations begin. A groundswell in populist
sentiment threatens the survival of the EU as a politico-economic
union, and could lead to the dismantling of centralized regulation.1
The Impact of Geopolitics on the Global Economy
Caution prevails because of the lack of political policy clarity from
the US and UK and the impacts on the global trading and economic
environment, as well as geopolitics. Political sparks will fly as the new
presidency places pressure on the economic relationship between the
US and China, vital for the stability of the global economy; and the
US withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) threatens to
redraw trans-Pacific commerce.2
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Bloomberg for Enterprise, “Financial policy 2017 outlook,” December 1, 2016
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Graham Buck, “’Acute uncertainty’ lies ahead for business in 2017,” GT News, December 12, 2016
International Uncertainty
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10. Uncertainty Demands Preparation
and Flexibility
Be ready for anything in this volatile climate. Ensure your
tools can turn on a dime.
• Compliance and Commissions—quickly, accurately and
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• Data Compilation and Aggregation—store vital data on
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With EAI, you can create a flexible, integrated environment that’s
ready for whatever the politicians and regulators throw at you.
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