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Yellen Says U.S. Banking System Is ‘Stabilizing’
In prepared remarks, the Treasury secretary pledged that the Biden administration would remain vigilant amid financial turmoil.
Yellen Defends Efforts to Stabilize Banking System
The Treasury secretary said U.S. banks are “sound” but that regulators feared the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank could have led to other runs.
Yellen Says U.S. Banking System ‘Remains Sound’ Amid Market Turmoil
The Treasury secretary also reassured Americans that their savings were safe.
Yellen Says Regulators at Work to Contain Fallout From Silicon Valley Bank Collapse
The Treasury secretary’s comments on Sunday morning sought to assure the public that the overall banking sector was safe.
Senate Confirms Daniel Werfel as IRS Commissioner
The new commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service will oversee the agency’s $80 billion overhaul.
Biden’s World Bank Pick Looks to Link Climate and Development Goals
Ajay Banga will begin a monthlong “global listening tour” to drum up support for his nomination to be the bank’s next president.
War in Ukraine Deepens Divide Among Major Economies at G20 Gathering
Treasury Secretary Janet L. Yellen urged her counterparts at a summit in India to condemn Russia’s actions, and she defended the cost of supplying aid...
U.S. Eyes Trade Deals With Allies to Ease Clash Over Electric Car Subsidies
The Biden administration has faced backlash in Europe and Asia over its plans to bolster electric vehicle and battery production.
U.S. Expected to Nominate New Head of World Bank on Thursday
The Biden administration wants the global development institution to pursue a more ambitious climate agenda.
Yellen Calls for More Ukraine Support as G20 Finance Ministers Gather
The Treasury secretary offered a dark assessment of Russia’s economy but a more upbeat outlook for the global economic recovery.