Al Drago
Coverage of Al Drago in the Nexus archive.
- US Lenders Posted Winning First Quarter, FDIC Says
US lenders reported strong first-quarter performance, according to the FDIC. The FDIC, along with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the Federal Housing Finance Agency, announced initial steps toward implementing a Dodd-Frank Act rule requiring banks to claw back executive pay for excessive risk-taking.
- The Bond Selloff Is About More Than Inflation
The US government plans to borrow $100 billion through a single Treasury debt sale, an unprecedented move highlighting its significant borrowing needs and strong investor demand. The sale is set for August 5, 2025, at the US Treasury building in Washington, DC.
- Treasuries Rally as Trump Signals Progress in Iran Negotiations
Treasuries rallied as President Trump indicated progress in Iran negotiations. The US government plans to borrow $100 billion through a Treasury debt sale, highlighting its significant borrowing needs and investor confidence.
- Foreign Holdings of Treasuries Fell in March Amid Bill Sales
Foreign holdings of US Treasuries decreased in March due to bill sales, while Treasuries posted small gains as investors await delayed US economic reports. The reports may impact expectations for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts next year. The US Treasury Department is monitoring the situation.
- US CPI Expected to Rise as Energy Prices Soar on War
The US CPI is expected to rise due to increasing energy prices amid war. This increase may impact the economy. Energy prices are soaring.
- Foreign Demand for Treasury Debt Is Stalling, Trade Group Says
Foreign demand for US Treasury debt is stalling, according to a trade group. This indicates a potential shift in global economic trends. The US Treasury building is located in Washington.
- Trump Media CEO’s Exit Caps a 90% Drop as MAGA Stocks Stumble
Trump Media CEO Devin Nunes has exited the company amid a 90% stock price drop, reflecting broader struggles for MAGA-aligned stocks. The decline highlights financial instability in politically driven market sectors.
- Warsh Vows to Protect Fed’s Independence If Confirmed as Chair
Warsh has pledged to safeguard the independence of the US Federal Reserve Board of Governors if confirmed as its chair. The article mentions the Federal Reserve's seal displayed at a Washington news conference, with a photograph by Al Drago of Bloomberg.