Category: Banking
10 Ways to Insure Deposits Beyond the FDIC Limit of $250,000
November 20th, 2024
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) provides a safety net for depositors in the United States, insuring up to $250,000 per depositor, per bank, for each account ownership category. But what happens when your deposits exceed this limit? In a …Read more »
Current Fed Interest Rate Set to 4.50% to 4.75% in November 2024
November 20th, 2024
The Federal Reserve, the central banking system of the United States, continues to exert a significant influence on the economy through its monetary policy decisions, particularly in setting the federal funds rate. As of November 7, 2024, the Federal Reserve …Read more »
Recent Bank Failures in 2023 and 2024: Causes & Effects
November 10th, 2024
The banking sector in the United States has witnessed a series of bank failures from 2023 to 2024, events that have stirred discussions and concerns among investors, customers, and regulators alike. This blog post aims to provide an informational overview …Read more »
Republic First Bank Collapse: The First Bank Failure of 2024
November 2nd, 2024
The banking sector is often seen as a barometer for the broader economy, and the closure of a bank can send ripples through the financial community. In 2024, the United States witnessed its first bank failure of the year with …Read more »
UK Housing Market Forecast 2025: Crash or Correction?
November 1st, 2024
The UK housing market forecast for 2025 has generated significant discussion among buyers, sellers, and economists alike. Current data shows an upward trend in property prices, with an average of £293,000 as of August 2024, marking a 2.8% annual increase. With various experts weighing in on …Read more »
Is Bank of America Safe From Collapse or Trouble?
October 9th, 2024
The safety of banks from collapse has always been a concern for customers, investors, and regulators. Given recent bank failures, such as SVB and Signature Bank, many people are wondering about the safety of their money in banks, especially Bank …Read more »
Morgan Stanley Fined $2M for Oversight Failures in First Republic Stock Sale
September 9th, 2024
The financial world was recently abuzz with the news of Morgan Stanley's $2 million fine, a penalty imposed by Massachusetts' top securities regulator over the sale of First Republic shares. This case has brought to light the critical importance of …Read more »
FDIC Problem Bank List: 63 Banks Now on Watch in 2024
August 31st, 2024
The FDIC Problem Bank List is a confidential list maintained by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) in the US. It identifies banks that are considered to be at risk of failing financially. Here's a breakdown of what it is …Read more »
Bank Failures: Over 120 US Banks Failed Since 2012
July 31st, 2024
The stability of the banking sector is a cornerstone of economic confidence, and the occurrence of bank failures can be a significant indicator of underlying financial health and regulatory effectiveness. Since 2012, the United States has witnessed a fluctuating number of bank failures, reflecting broader …Read more »