Monetary Brief News

U.S. imposes sanctions on entities involved in Iranian oil transport

The United States has announced new sanctions targeting 35 entities and vessels involved in transporting illicit Iranian petroleum to international markets.

Brex adopts Moody's suite for enhanced financial operations

Brex Inc., a prominent corporate card and spend platform provider, has implemented Moody’s Lending Suite to enhance its financial operations.

Harvey Schwartz to present at Goldman Sachs financial services conference

Carlyle has announced that its Chief Executive Officer, Harvey Schwartz, will present at the Goldman Sachs 2024 US Financial Services Conference.

Treasury sanctions Uzbek officials over alleged human rights abuses

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced sanctions against three former officials from Uzbekistan on charges of human trafficking and gender-based violence.

NCUA announces board meeting schedule for upcoming year

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Board has announced its meeting schedule for 2025.

U.S. supports Israel's extension of bank indemnification

The United States has expressed approval of Israel's decision to extend indemnification for Israeli banks by one year.

US sanctions Venezuelan officials after disputed election

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced sanctions against 21 Venezuelan officials aligned with Nicolas Maduro.

NCUA prohibits former Alhambra Credit Union employee from working in federally insured institutions

The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has issued a prohibition order against Daniel Garza, a former employee of Alhambra Credit Union in Phoenix, Arizona.

NGFS releases updated phase V climate risk assessment scenarios

The Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS) has released its latest Phase V scenarios for assessing long-term climate risks.

Treasury sanctions five tied to Gulf Cartel's illegal fishing operations

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on five individuals linked to the Gulf Cartel, a notorious criminal organization in Mexico.

FSB examines impact of artificial intelligence on global financial stability

The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has released a report evaluating the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) on financial stability.

EU progresses on key initiatives to boost artificial intelligence innovation

European authorities have been advancing several initiatives to promote artificial intelligence (AI) innovation throughout 2024.

EBA outlines EU-wide bank stress test methodology for implementation in January

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has announced the final methodology, draft templates, and template guidance for the EU-wide stress test exercise scheduled for 2025.

Treasury hosts annual conference on foreign investment committee work

On November 19, 2024, the Treasury Department organized the third annual conference on the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) in Washington, DC.

Scott Rechler reelected as director to New York Fed Board

Scott Rechler has been reelected as a Class B Director to the Board of Directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

Experts explore tech innovations' impact on future finance at Boston Fed conference

Economists and financial experts gathered at the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston for its 68th Economic Research Conference to discuss how technological advancements, such as machine learning and artificial intelligence, might reshape financial...

René Jones reelected to New York Fed board for another term

René F. Jones, chairman and CEO of M&T Bank, has been reelected as a Class A Director on the Board of Directors at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

Treasury targets Mexican network linked to opioid crisis

The Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has sanctioned a network of nine Mexican nationals involved in drug trafficking and money laundering.

U.S. Treasury targets six senior Hamas leaders with new sanctions

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has designated six senior Hamas officials, including representatives abroad and a member of the Izz Al-Din Al-Qassam Brigades, as well as individuals involved in...

Treasury reports September 2024 sees significant increase in TIC inflows

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has published the Treasury International Capital (TIC) data for September 2024, revealing a net TIC inflow of $398.4 billion.