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Participants talked about the future of the Federal Reserve and its role in shaping the U.S. economy. The event included panel discussions on the Federal Reserve’s role in promoting economic…

Witnesses testified about consumer overdraft fees levied by banks and possible regulation of banks. One proposal would require banks to notify consumers and allow for cancellation of transac…

Witnesses testified about the U.S. and global financial crisis, levels of transparency and accountability for financial operations, and proposed new regulations governing financial risk and …

Representative Barney Frank was the luncheon keynote speaker at the Consumer Federation of America annual conference on financial services to keep consumer advocates and educators informed a…

The American Bankruptcy Institute held a forum on financial services, consumers, and legal issues related to bankruptcy claims. Participants talked about filing bankruptcy, labor issues, cre…

Witnesses testified about billing, marketing and disclosure practices of the credit card industry and the impact of credit practices on consumers. Among the topics they addressed were estima…

Representative Barney Frank, incoming chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, spoke about the financial services agenda for the 110th Congress. Several panelists then talked abou…

The Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee held a hearing on the legal and regulatory practices for credit card issuers. They focused on disclosure and marketing efforts aimed a…

Ken Harney talked about challenges facing consumers in 2005. Topics included credit cards, mortgages, and title insurance. He said that, because of legal loopholes, many lending organization…

Analysts talked about the financial services industry and lending for hone ownership. Among the topics they addressed were proposals to provide more affordable housing and changes in legisla…

Mr. Plunkett released a report on trends in credit card marketing and profits, including implications for bankruptcy restriction legislation. Following his remarks he answered questions from…