Insider Trading

Likely all of the above and how HSBC and consorts are sweeping the deal of the decade. — The banking industry is no stranger to ups and downs, and SVB Bank’s recent collapse serves as a stark reminder of the perils of mismanagement. For years, the bank enjoyed the benefits of exceptionally low-interest rates set by the Federal Reserve, which attracted large deposits from Silicon Valley startups and…

Former Congressman Chris Collins of New York State made headlines in 2020 when he resigned from Congress and pleaded guilty to insider trading charges. His actions not only had legal consequences but also called into question the integrity of those serving in public office. Collins was first elected to Congress…

The question of whether government officials should be allowed to invest in stocks has been a topic of much debate in recent years. On one hand, proponents argue that it is a fundamental right of citizens, including those in government, to invest their money as they see fit. …

And other interesting reads from the past week — Every week I send out a summary of the most interesting things I read or viewed over the past few days. I also include links to the sources. Enjoy! 1. Members of Congress continue to get away with insider trading. I previously linked to a report that details how the investment activity of some members of Congress reeks of insider trading…yet…