Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee to lead the Federal Reserve, suggests a new Fed-Treasury accord that could limit the Fed's control over its balance sheet and monetary policy tools. His views on Fed independence are unclear, raising concerns among former Fed officials that such an accord might allow Treasury to influence or bypass the Fed, potentially compromising its independence. This could affect the Fed's ability to respond flexibly in crises, especially regarding asset purchases and currency swap lines. The debate continues as Warsh awaits Senate confirmation and further clarification on his proposals.
A three-day online training on Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs in Asia is scheduled for October 20-22, 2026, aiming to help professionals understand diverse regulatory requirements across major Asian markets including China, India, Korea, and ASEAN...
The global workwear market, valued at $265.12 billion in 2025, is expected to grow to $344.71 billion by 2031 with a 4.5% CAGR. Growth is fueled by rising corporate employment worldwide, especially in Asia-Pacific, and increased focus on professional...
The global microalgae-based aquafeed market is projected to grow from $320 million in 2026 to $481 million by 2031, at an 8.5% CAGR. Key growth drivers include rapid cost reductions in closed photobioreactor farming, making algae competitive with fis...
The global consumer finance market is projected to expand from $9.87 trillion in 2025 to $14.08 trillion by 2031, growing at a 6.17% CAGR. Key growth drivers include embedded finance at point-of-sale, which boosts credit uptake by integrating lending...
Xcel Brands has signed a licensing agreement with KBL Group to produce ready-to-wear collections for OFF/DUTY by Coco Rocha, a fashion brand created with supermodel Coco Rocha. KBL Group will handle sourcing, product development, manufacturing, and s...
