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Fed invites input on a pilot 'payment account' to streamline settlement for select institutions
The Federal Reserve Board is seeking public comment on a proposal to establish a dedicated 'payment account' that eligible institutions could use to clear and settle payments. The account would not provide intraday credit or interest and would include automated controls to prevent overdrafts, aiming to reduce costs and speed up payments for evolving business models while managing risks. The plan also contemplates a temporary pause on access decisions for Tier 3 institutions during policy development and notes a higher closing-balance limit. The 60-day comment period follows publication in the Federal Register.
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Generational Wealth Preserved: Four Habits of the Ultra-Wealthy
In an as-told-to interview, Rob Mallernee, CEO of Eton Solutions and a longtime adviser to ultra‑high‑net‑worth families, says the four habits that keep wealth lasting are: cultivate a purpose-driven family culture so wealth is stewarded rather than owed, treat tax planning as an ongoing, strategic process with tax-efficient investments, buy-and-hold core assets to reduce taxes and costs (and borrow against holdings rather than selling), and stay frugal by scrutinizing even small expenses to protect wealth across generations.
Mortgage Rates Jump to Eight-Month High as Bond Market Sours
Mortgage rates rose toward eight-month highs after a bond-market selloff tied to the Trump-Xi talks, with the top-tier 30-year fixed around 6.62% (6.65% on some rate displays). The move followed higher Treasury yields, though increased purchases of mortgage-backed securities by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac provided some support to rates.
Mom Battles SoFi in Court to Erase a $55K Private Student Loan
A mother of two is suing SoFi to discharge a $55,000 private student loan after a mistaken “Congrats, your balance is $0” email coincided with a loan transfer, triggering a default and a lawsuit. Representing herself for two years, she uses AI to help draft filings and faces the emotional and financial toll, plus potential wage garnishment and credit damage if she loses. The story illustrates how confusing notices and loan ownership changes can push borrowers into lawsuits, a theme explored in Business Insider’s ongoing Student Debt Spiral coverage.
Trump’s China Trip Puts Tech Giants in Spotlight as Markets Mix
U.S. stock futures signal a mixed session, with Dow futures lower and Nasdaq higher as President Trump’s China visit keeps big‑tech leaders in focus; Nvidia and other tech names are key movers amid a broad swing in equities, with notable gains for names like Alibaba and Palo Alto Networks and declines for others such as Wix.
Senate duo strike deal to curb stablecoin yield
Sen. Tillis and Sen. Alsobrooks finalized a compromise to restrict stablecoin yield and rewards, barring incentives that resemble interest on deposits and directing regulators to prepare new disclosure rules and a framework for permissible rewards as part of a broader crypto policy push.
I Bonds Reemerge as Inflation Heats Up
Rising inflation and energy costs are lifting the appeal of Series I Savings Bonds, which combine a fixed rate with an inflation-adjusted rate that resets every six months. With a potential 4%+ composite rate over the next six months, buying up to $10,000 per person per year via TreasuryDirect could bolster emergency savings, while redeeming before five years carries a penalty and the fixed rate varies by issue date.
BoA's 'sleep portfolio' hits best year since 1933, Chart of the Day
Bank of America’s famed 'sleep like a baby' portfolio is delivering its strongest year on record, the Chart of the Day shows, marking the best performance since 1933 across its holdings.
Court approves $425M settlement for Capital One savings account customers
A federal judge approved a $425 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit accusing Capital One of steering customers away from higher-interest savings accounts, covering Capital One 360 Savings Account holders from September 2019 to June 2025; eligible customers could receive payouts after a prior settlement was rejected.
Markets Shake on Margin Outlook as Big Movers Stand Out
After-hours trading shows a broad snapshot of U.S. equities and crypto with notable moves as investors digest a margin outlook, including Skillz surging about 238% and Palantir sliding around 7%, along with swings across AMD, INTC, EXPE, NEE, META and other names.
Spring Mortgage Costs Dip to a Three-Year Low, Aiding Buyers and Refinancers
Mortgage rates fell to their lowest spring-time level in about three years, improving affordability for homebuyers and those seeking to refinance. While the slide boosts purchasing power this season, rate moves remain tied to inflation and policy expectations, so shoppers should compare offers across lenders and consider rate locks as the spring homebuying period continues.