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- 1India central bank FX intervention drains $20 billion from liquidity●India central bank's FX blitz drains nearly $20 billion from surplus liquidity, bankers say
India's central bank has intervened heavily in foreign exchange markets, draining nearly $20 billion from the banking system's surplus liquidity, according to bankers. The dollar-selling operation, aimed at supporting the rupee, absorbs rupee funds and tightens cash conditions, which could raise short-term funding costs for banks and firms.
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Speculation about an Anthropic initial public offering is picking up in the US. On CNBC, veteran banker Robert Kindler argued that an Anthropic listing would not drive the broader market, signaling that Wall Street sees the AI company's potential debut as significant but not market-moving. No filing or timeline has been confirmed, and attention remains on how the high-profile AI firm would be valued.
- 3Syria's reconstruction faces bankability test▼Syria’s reconstruction drive faces the bankability test
Syria's push to rebuild after years of war is being judged on whether its projects can attract financing. Analysts and bankers are weighing whether the country's reconstruction plans are 'bankable' — that is, whether investors and lenders can expect returns given the risks. The debate highlights how Syria's economic and political uncertainty may hold back the funding needed for large-scale recovery.
- 4Fed's Cook warns of further inflationary pressures ahead▼Fed's Cook sees further inflationary pressures ahead
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said she expects additional inflationary pressures ahead, a signal that US central bankers remain cautious about the pace of price growth. Her comments add to debate over how long the Fed will hold interest rates steady and whether further policy tightening may be needed.
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Brazilian companies dealing in cryptoassets are facing a new set of regulatory requirements, according to a report by The Banker. The rules tighten oversight of crypto activity in one of Latin America's largest digital asset markets, and the banking sector is watching how compliance obligations will affect firms operating there.
- 6Coldwell Banker CEO: Housing Is in a Soft Period●Mortgage Rates and Inflation Are Cooling Housing Demand — Coldwell Banker CEO Says ‘We Are Definitely in a Soft Period Right Now’
Coldwell Banker's chief executive says the US housing market is 'definitely in a soft period right now', pointing to elevated mortgage rates and persistent inflation cooling buyer demand. The comments add to a string of cautious assessments from industry leaders as high borrowing costs keep many would-be buyers on the sidelines and slow home sales across the country.
- 7FDIC declares Old Glory Bank severely undercapitalized●Old Glory Bank is 'severely undercapitalized,' FDIC says The bank has struggled to turn a profit despite growth in depos
The FDIC has determined that Old Glory Bank is severely undercapitalized, according to American Banker. The Oklahoma-based bank, founded as a conservative-focused institution, has grown deposits rapidly, from $10 million in 2023 to more than $245 million by the end of 2025, but has struggled to turn a profit despite that expansion. Regulators now face questions about the bank's financial footing and its ability to meet capital requirements.
- 8Raymond James Names Dan Connolly To Lead Tech Investment Banking●Raymond James Hires Dan Connolly To Lead Technology & Services Investment Banking
Raymond James has hired Dan Connolly to head its technology and services investment banking business. The move signals the financial services firm's push to strengthen its advisory practice for technology companies, a sector where dealmaking competition among banks remains intense.