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Private Equity

Private Equity Wants Everyone’s Credit Card Debt

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The industry is taking advantage of banks’ newfound interest in offloading some of the consumer debt on their books.

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Banking

US Lenders Have $1 Trillion Tied Up in Shadow Banks

The total reflects big banks’ increasing use of alternative financial institutions that are using the funds for riskier bets.

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Real Estate

LA Wildfires Exacerbate California’s Insurance Crisis

California was already contending with a home insurance crisis due to unpredictable weather events. Then came this week’s fires.

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International Economics

Britain Grapples With Exploding Borrowing Costs

England had a rude awakening this week, as the United Kingdom was transported back in time to one of the most tumultuous years in its history.

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Advisor Upside

The Bitcoin ETFs That Offer 100% Downside Protection

Defined outcome ETFs have long promised virtually risk-free investing, but also place significant caps on potential gains.

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