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JPMorgan Blasted Over Energy Market Manipulation
Financial investigators in the United States have accused the country's biggest bank, JPMorgan Chase & Co, of a range of potentially fraudulent acts, including using manipulation to increase profits in the energy market, two US newspapers reported Friday.
ECB Could Be Running Out of Options
The European Central Bank announced a cut in interest rates on Thursday and moved to boost bank lending for business as the eurozone sinks deeper into economic gloom.
Hedge Fund Firm Wants to Block Cayman Transparency Reforms
One of the largest hedge fund firms in the Cayman Islands is attempting to block reforms that would make the world's principal offshore location for hedge funds more transparent.
Calif. Minimum Wage Hike: Job Killer or Boost to Economy?
California Assemblyman Luis Alejo's drive to raise the state minimum wage has gotten the go ahead, but faces daunting opposition from business groups.
Rates Uncapped for New Citizens Customers
The Florida Senate passed a bill to raise rates up to 85 percent for new Citizens insurance customers in Palm Beach County and even more in other parts of the state.
DuPont Increases Dividend
The second quarter dividend will increase from 43 to 45 cents per share for common stock, payable June 12, 2013, to stockholders of record May 15, 2013.
Internet Sales Tax Gets Fast Track in Senate
President Obama offered his support for an Internet sales tax, while eBay rounded up its troops to fight the legislation and Sen. Kelly Ayotte vowed to fight the "power grab."
Mexican Consulate to Host Financial Forums
The Mexican consulate general is hosting its annual financial education week with free bilingual information from Sacramento banks, credit unions, nonprofits and state agencies.
Cyprus to Offer Citizenship as 'Reimbursement' for Foreign Investors
Cyprus will offer citizenship to foreign investors who stand to lose significant sums due to the country's financial crisis as a form of "reimbursement," officials said Monday.
Tax Day Is Here
Wanted to wait to file your tax return? Congratulations. Today's the last day to do it without penalties or interest.
Man Unlocks $550 Million as Risk Profile Drops
Hedge fund firm Man Group has been able to unlock $550 million in capital following a change in its regulatory status that has reduced its corporate risk profile.
US-EU Trade Talks to Open Soon, Barroso Says
Negotiations over a free trade agreement between the U.S. and the E.U. are expected in the coming months, European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso said Friday.
Herbalife Not Out of Woods Yet
Just as the Herbalife appeared to be regaining its footing from a Wall Street hedge fund manager's assault, the company's auditor resigned abruptly because of an alleged insider-trading scandal.
Markets Extend Rally to 3rd Day
A three-day rally included widespread gains Wednesday in New York as 26 of 30 Dow stocks moved higher and the S&P gained 19.12 points.
IRS Confirms It's Less Likely to Audit Individuals
The IRS acknowledged that the number of audits of individuals dropped last year, but examinations of taxpayers with incomes over $200,000 and over $1 million rose.
