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US Bank Regulation Release 2.1

By Sylvain Raynes | Published: December 20, 2011

Introduction Let’s face it guys, bank regulation in the US is a total mess. Mind you, this is not really surprising, for any system left to its own devices and desires will eventually fly off the handles into the proverbial décor. Like the rest of Wall Street, and mostly unbeknownst to themselves, regulators large and ... Read more

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The Fed and Small Business

By Ann Rutledge | Published: December 13, 2011

American Banker had an interesting column co-written by William Isaac (former FDIC chairman) and William Dunkelberg on how the Fed has run out of tools to help small business. The most interesting part is the comment of M, who provides a succinct summary of the structural issues that need addressing, which are beyond the scope ... Read more

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R&R Consulting featured in DealBook

By David Abitbol | Published: December 9, 2011

DealBook – R&R Consulting Sets Sights on Being a Credit Ratings Agency. http://dealbook.nytimes.com/2011/12/08/a-would-be-ratings-agency-without-rose-colored-glasses/

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