Today's briefs

Federal Reserve

Fed press release: enforcement action on Ontario Bancorporation

The newsThe Federal Reserve Board announced an enforcement action involving Ontario Bancorporation, Inc. on Oct. 2. Here is what is known so far and what to watch.Read time2 min · Oct 2, 2026

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Federal Reserve

Federal Funds Rate Pressure Shows in July Discount Rate Minutes

The newsFed discount rate minutes released Aug. 25, 2026 show Cleveland, Minneapolis, Kansas City and Dallas sought a 4% primary credit rate; the Board held at 3.75%.Read time2 min · Aug 25, 2026

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Federal Reserve

Fed Press Release Names Five Task Forces to Review Policy Tools

The newsA July 9, 2026 Fed press release named five task forces on communications, the balance sheet, data, AI and inflation frameworks, each led by outside experts.Read time2 min · Jul 9, 2026

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Treasury Auctions

Treasury Auction Results: June 2-Year Note Clears at 4.189%

The newsTreasury auction results for June 23, 2026 showed the $69 billion 2-year note sold at a 4.189% high yield, with a 2.64 bid-to-cover and strong direct demand.Read time2 min · Jun 23, 2026

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Earlier briefs

Federal Reserve

Fed Interest Rates Get a New Steward as Warsh Takes the Oath

Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Fed chairman on May 22, 2026, and chosen FOMC chair the same day, a week after Governor Stephen Miran submitted his resignation.

May 22, 20262 min read

Federal Reserve

Fed Press Release: Discount Rate Minutes Show No Push to Move

Discount rate minutes released by the Fed on April 14, 2026 showed all 12 Reserve Banks asked to keep the primary credit rate at 3.75% in February and March.

Apr 14, 20262 min read