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Honda Finance to Sell $2.1B in Auto ABS, Biden’s Cash Edge over Trump

American Honda Finance prepares to sell up to $2.1 billion in prime auto asset-backed securities. Biden's campaign builds a cash edge over Trump. Plus, financing adaptation in India and the City of West Fargo loses another Finance Director.Sources:https://asreport.americanbanker.com/news/american-honda-finance-preps-2-1-billion-in-prime-auto-abshttps://www.cnn.com/2024/02/21/politics/campaign-finance-takeaways-january/index.htmlhttps://www.climatepolicyinitiative.org/publication/financing-adaptation-in-india/https://www.valleynewslive.com/2024/02/21/city-west-fargo-losing-another-finance-director/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) American Honda Finance prepares to sell up to $2.1 billion in prime auto ABS(00:03:15) Biden, DNC built cash edge over Trump and other campaign finance takeaways(00:05:53) Financing Adaptation in India(00:08:46) City of West Fargo losing another Finance Director

Capital One’s Acquisition of Discover, Paytm Crisis Meeting, Tax Filing Pitfalls

How will card customers be affected after Capital One buys Discover? Finance Minister to meet fintech startups in response to the Paytm crisis. Plus, common missing items that can cause delays in tax filing and refunds.Sources:https://en.as.com/latest_news/how-card-customers-will-be-affected-after-capital-one-buys-discover-n/https://www.ndtvprofit.com/business/paytm-crisis-finance-minister-to-meet-fintech-startups-next-weekhttps://en.as.com/latest_news/how-card-customers-will-be-affected-after-capital-one-buys-discover-n/https://www.ukiahdailyjournal.com/2024/02/19/taxes-and-finance-common-missing-items-equal-delays/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) How card customers will be affected after Capital One buys Discover(00:02:57) Paytm Crisis: Finance Minister To Meet Fintech Startups Next Week(00:05:01) How card customers will be affected after Capital One buys Discover(00:07:29) Taxes and Finance: Common missing items equal delays

SEC Chairman Warns Against AI Washing, Diversity Critical in Finance Talent Shortage

SEC Chairman warns against 'AI washing' in the financial industry. Diversity and inclusion critical to tackling the financial talent shortage. Plus, live updates on Bajaj Finance stocks and investing insights from Mukesh Kochar of AUM Capital.Sources:https://www.theglobaltreasurer.com/2024/02/19/sec-chairman-warns-against-ai-washing-in-the-financial-industry/https://www.theglobaltreasurer.com/2024/02/19/diversity-and-inclusion-critical-to-tackling-financial-talent-shortage/https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/markets/stocks/stock-liveblog/bajaj-finance-stocks-live-updates-19-feb-2024/liveblog/107806797.cmshttps://www.livemint.com/money/personal-finance/investing-in-a-single-financial-instrument-is-risky-mukesh-kochar-of-aum-capital-stock-market-gen-z-investments-11707997957022.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) SEC Chairman Warns Against 'AI Washing' in the Financial Industry(00:03:26) Diversity and Inclusion Critical to Tackling Financial Talent Shortage(00:06:18) Bajaj Finance Stocks Live Updates: Bajaj Finance Closes at Rs 6619.2 with -8.33% 3-Month Return(00:08:00) Investing in a single financial instrument is risky, says Mukesh Kochar of AUM Capital

St. Louis’ Financial Crisis, Trump’s Legal Battle, LA’s Street Safety Measure, and Embezzlement in Ulster County

St. Louis receives a D grade in the 'Financial State of Cities' report. Trump's finances are impacted by a New York fraud case ruling. LA City Council evaluates the financial impact of a street safety measure. Former Ulster County finance commissioner sentenced to jail for embezzlement. Join us as we delve into these stories and explore the implications for the cities and individuals involved.Sources:https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/st-louis-gets-d-grade-in-2024-financial-state-of-cities-report/https://fortune.com/2024/02/17/trump-finances-new-york-fraud-case-ruling/https://abc7.com/measure-hla-los-angeles-city-council-election/14438370/https://www.dailyfreeman.com/2024/02/16/burt-gulnick-former-ulster-county-finance-commissioner-sentenced-to-two-years-in-jail/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) St. Louis gets D grade in 2024 ‘Financial State of Cities’ report(00:03:11) Trump’s finances hit by New York fraud case ruling: ‘I can imagine the Saudis lending him $300 million’(00:06:28) LA City Council sends back financial report on cost of safe streets measure(00:09:57) Burt Gulnick, former Ulster County finance commissioner, sentenced to two years in jail

Finance of America Faces Delisting, Augusta Elections Clues, Trump Fined for Financial Fraud, Former Finance Commissioner Sentenced

Finance of America receives a second delisting notice from NYSE. Campaign finance reports give clues about the upcoming Augusta elections. Trump faces a staggering fine for years of financial fraud. Former Ulster County finance commissioner sentenced to two years in jail for embezzlement. Stay informed about the latest developments in the finance sector, political landscape, and legal consequences of financial crimes.Sources:https://www.nationalmortgagenews.com/news/finance-of-america-receives-second-delisting-notice-from-nysehttps://theaugustapress.com/campaign-finance-reports-give-clues-of-whats-to-come-in-augusta-elections/https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/no-one-is-above-the-law-trump-faces-staggering-fine-for-years-of-financial-fraudhttps://www.dailyfreeman.com/2024/02/16/burt-gulnick-former-ulster-county-finance-commissioner-sentenced-to-two-years-in-jail/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Finance of America receives second delisting notice from NYSE(00:03:12) Campaign finance reports give clues of what's to come in Augusta elections(00:04:48) ‘No one is above the law.’ Trump faces staggering fine for years of financial fraud(00:07:33) Burt Gulnick, former Ulster County finance commissioner, sentenced to two years in jail

NatWest Reports Record Profits, St. Augustine’s University Faces Financial Crisis

NatWest reports its biggest annual profit since the 2007 financial crisis. St. Augustine's University is in a severe financial crisis with a $7.9M tax lien and unpaid debts. Also, UCLA appoints Stephen Agostini as vice chancellor and CFO. Plus, meet Cheryl Chang, a trailblazing leader in the legal industry.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/feb/16/natwest-reports-biggest-annual-profit-since-2007-financial-crisishttps://www.wral.com/story/st-augustine-s-university-faces-financial-crisis-7-9m-tax-lien-unpaid-debts-and-accreditation-at-risk/21286328/https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/stephen-agostini-named-ucla-vice-chancellor-and-cfohttps://labusinessjournal.com/custom-content/women-of-influence-finance-2024-cheryl-chang/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) NatWest reports biggest annual profit since 2007 financial crisis(00:03:43) St. Augustine's University faces financial crisis: $7.9M tax lien, unpaid debts and accreditation at risk(00:06:23) Stephen Agostini named UCLA’s vice chancellor and chief financial officer(00:08:49) Women of Influence: Finance 2024 – Cheryl Chang - Los Angeles Business Journal

Close Brothers Suspends Dividend, South Korea’s $57B Financial Support Program

Close Brothers suspends dividend over FCA's motor finance investigation. South Korea prepares a $57 billion corporate financial support program. Plus, Muthoot Finance stock surges on strong Q3, but analysts cautious on margin outlook. Also, Painesville to save estimated $571K a year with new bank, says finance director.Sources:https://www.marketwatch.com/story/close-brothers-suspends-dividend-over-fca-s-motor-finance-investigation-5764138bhttps://www.cnbc.com/2024/02/15/south-korea-prepares-57-billion-corporate-financial-support-program.htmlhttps://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/muthoot-finance-stock-surges-5-on-strong-q3-but-analysts-cautious-on-margin-outlook-12274421.htmlhttps://www.news-herald.com/2024/02/14/painesville-to-save-estimated-571k-a-year-with-new-bank-says-finance-director/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Close Brothers Suspends Dividend Over FCA's Motor Finance Investigation(00:02:23) South Korea prepares $57 billion corporate financial support program(00:04:38) Muthoot Finance stock surges 5% on strong Q3, but analysts cautious on margin outlook(00:06:58) Painesville to save estimated $571K a year with new bank, says finance director

Challenges in Offshore Wind Financing, Hong Kong’s Stock Market Optimism, Bitcoin’s Financial Inclusion, and Generative AI in Finance

Experts discuss the financing challenges in the offshore wind sector. Finance officials are optimistic about Hong Kong's stock market in the Year of the Dragon. Bitcoin's transformative power in promoting financial inclusion. The potential of Generative AI in revolutionizing finance and accounting. Gain valuable insights into these topics and their implications for the renewable energy industry, global markets, financial inclusivity, and the future of finance.Sources:https://www.seatrade-maritime.com/finance-insurance/us-offshore-wind-vessel-financing-conundrumhttps://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3251922/year-dragon-bodes-well-hong-kongs-ailing-stock-market-rate-cuts-improving-chinese-economy-bring-hopehttps://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2024/02/14/bypassing-financial-gatekeepers-with-bitcoin/https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/advisory/articles/generative-ai-in-finance.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) US offshore wind vessel financing conundrum(00:03:45) Year of the Dragon bodes well for Hong Kong’s ailing stock market: finance chiefs(00:06:16) Bypassing Financial Gatekeepers With Bitcoin(00:09:30) Generative AI in Finance

The Benefits of Fixed-Income Investments, Financial Literacy in Massachusetts, and Crypto Finance’s German Licenses

Discover the benefits of fixed-income investments and why they should be included in your portfolio. Should financial literacy classes be a requirement for Massachusetts students? Explore the controversy surrounding social equity marijuana licenses in Arizona. Plus, learn about Crypto Finance's German licenses and Deutsche Börse's upcoming cryptocurrency exchange launch.Sources:https://www.livingstonparishnews.com/breaking_news/finance-benefits-of-fixed-income-investments/article_44be2512-c9ca-11ee-b1ee-9f265235db0c.htmlhttps://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/financial-literacy-classes-massachusetts-students-question-everything/https://www.azfamily.com/video/2024/02/13/scottsdale-financial-advisor-discusses-love-money/https://cointelegraph.com/news/deutsche-boerse-owned-crypto-finance-gets-german-licenses-parent-readies-exchange-launchOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) FINANCE | Benefits of fixed-income investments(00:03:57) Should financial literacy classes be a requirement for Massachusetts students?(00:06:44) Scottsdale financial advisor discusses love and money(00:08:13) Deutsche Börse-owned Crypto Finance gets German licenses, parent readies exchange launch

Tax Omnibus Advances, China Faces ESG Talent Shortage, Corporate America’s Strong Financial Results

Tax omnibus bill clears Finance committee and heads to Senate floor. China grapples with a shortage of ESG finance expertise. Corporate America delivers strong financial results. Plus, Jana Small Finance Bank IPO allotment status, GMP, listing date, and more.Sources:https://nmpoliticalreport.com/nmleg/tax-omnibus-clears-finance-committee-heads-to-senate-floor/https://www.scmp.com/business/article/3251489/green-finance-china-faces-acute-lack-talent-sustainability-linked-investment-says-cfa-institutehttps://www.fxstreet.com/analysis/corporate-america-is-delivering-strong-financial-results-202402120044https://www.businessinsider.in/stock-market/news/jana-small-finance-bank-ipo-allotment-how-to-check-allotment-gmp-listing-date-and-more/articleshow/107559372.cmsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Tax omnibus clears Finance committee, heads to Senate floor(00:02:46) Green finance expertise in short supply in mainland China: CFA Institute(00:05:32) Corporate America is delivering strong financial results(00:08:57) Jana Small Finance Bank IPO allotment – How to check allotment, GMP, listing date and more