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Why the Capital One-Discover Merger Makes Sense

JD Supra: Mergers

When federal agencies review bank mergers, the competition issues typically relate to the number and location of physical branches and the extent of any overlap in the areas served. By contrast, the proposed $35 billion Capital One-Discover merger raises different and far more subtle competitive issues.

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What is Venture Capital and Why Does It Matter?

JD Supra: Mergers

The moniker “venture capital” is believed to have originated from the financier John Hay Whitney. He distinguished his investment method from traditional private equity or investment banking by making riskier investments in new, unproven businesses with the aim of larger returns should these businesses succeed.

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The Story Of 2024's Biggest Bank Regs, And Their Fate In 2025

JD Supra: Mergers

federal bank regulators were extremely active, with initiatives ranging from antitrust and capital to proposals regarding controlling shareholders and incentive-based compensation. In 2024, the U.S. Climate issues and resolution planning were also areas of focus. Originally published in Law360 - December 19, 2024.

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European Central Bank issues statement on framework for assessing capital buffers of other systemically important institutions

JD Supra: Mergers

The European Central Bank has published a statement on its framework for assessing capital buffers of other systemically important institutions.

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Tepid UK & European private capital markets spur unicorns into inorganic opportunities

JD Supra: Mergers

3 reasons for continuously high fintech M&A activity levels: Banks target indirect digital access: Through credit lines, investments in venture capital funds, collaborations with innovators and establishment of next generation incubators. By: White & Case LLP

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Bank of England delays final Basel bank capital rules to July 2025

Global Banking & Finance

Bank of England delays final Basel bank capital rules to July 2025 LONDON (Reuters) – The Bank of England on Wednesday said it would delay by six months to July 2025 its roll out of the final leg of international bank capital rules that began after the global financial crisis over a decade ago.

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Venture Capital Internships: The Best “Pre-Banking” Role?

Mergers and Inquisitions

With investment banking internship recruiting starting earlier and earlier, you also need to win pre-banking internships earlier. People debate the best options: Search fund internships , private equity internships , boutique bank internships, real estate internships, and even wealth management internships have their pros and cons.

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