How an ex Goldman banker built a $10bn private credit ‘whale’

How an ex-Goldman banker built a $10bn private credit ‘whale’ — and now may sell it

After years of preparation, HPS is on the verge of either a deal or an IPO

Business - Financial Times - October 24

The cautionary tale of Goldman and Apple’s credit card

Retail banking is not only harder than it looks but also heavily regulated by watchdogs who take their duties very seriously

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Credit card interest rates are surging: How to lower yours now

The average card rate now surpasses 23%, a record high. Luckily, there are rate-reducing strategies that can help.

Deutsche’s private bank fires over 100 bankers in cost-cutting drive

Frankfurt-headquartered lender has imposed demanding targets on underperforming unit

Business - Financial Times - November 11

Goldman and Apple fined $89mn over US credit card programme

Consumer regulator says companies ‘illegally sidestepped’ obligations in latest setback for struggling partnership

Business - Financial Times - October 23

State Street says it is ‘shopping’ for a private credit manager

Money manager tries to catch up with rivals as investors shift into unlisted assets

Business - Financial Times - November 5

Disgraced Lebanese Central Banker Who Was a Fugitive Now Awaits His Fate

Riad Salameh was arrested on graft charges and accused of undermining Lebanon’s economy, as the Israel-Hezbollah war further destabilizes the country.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 3

Credit card debt just hit a new high. Here's how to tackle yours now.

The total amount of credit card debt nationwide just keeps climbing. Here's how to get rid of your card debt now.

Goldman Sachs: Why individual investors need to look at private investments to further grow wealth

In the past decade, private investments exploded from $4 trillion to $14 trillion.

Business - CNBC - November 8

Take-Two selling Private Division label to unnamed buyer

The indie label under Take-Two is up for sale as the parent company doubles down on triple-A titles like Grand Theft Auto.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 6

NFL star Josh Jacobs is selling his custom-built dream home in Las Vegas for $6 million

Since moving to the Packers, the running back can afford to have his pick of the most exclusive homes in the Green Bay area.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Fed May Cut Rates in Response to Tight Credit Conditions

This week, the central bank will likely announce reduced interest rates as low demand for loans continues.

Business - Inc. - November 6

How a Pro-Trump Army Built a Movement to Reject Elections

A movement driven by disinformation about Trump’s 2020 defeat has taken over many of the boards that certify elections. It could cause chaos in the weeks ahead.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

Four things enterprises need to think about for effective agents

Writer CEO May Habib explains the four things companies need to know before setting off on their agentic AI journey.

Tech - VentureBeat - November 12

How Tennessee built an elite defensive line to beat Georgia

The Vols have built one of the SEC's best D-lines by going deep on talent and culture.

Sports - ESPN - 4 days ago

How a school known for basketball built the hottest team in college football

The Indiana Hoosiers, undefeated through 10 games, are having the best season in program history thanks to a new coach and aggressive transfer strategy.

How to get rid of credit card debt without ruining your credit

You don't have to sacrifice your credit score to get rid of credit card debt. There are lots of routes to consider.

How will a late credit card payment impact my credit score?

Just one delinquent credit card payment could have a big impact on the health of your credit. Here's how.

Ex-Sabres Star Is On Fire Right Now

This former Buffalo Sabres star is having an awesome start to the year.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 4

Medical debt is hurting millions of credit reports — but now there’s a cure

Even responsible, prudent people can end up thousands of dollars in debt if they get sick or injured.

Business - MarketWatch - October 26

Will credit card interest rates increase now that inflation is climbing?

Inflation ticked back up again in October, which could impact your credit card interest rates. Here's how.

Borderlands Movie May Have Bombed, But It Still Helped Sell More Games

There's no sugarcoating the Borderlands movie's success--specifically the lack thereof--at the box office this year. Even Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick knows the "film was ...

Tech - GameSpot - November 7

How to qualify for a credit card hardship program this November

If you can't pay your credit card bills, a hardship program could provide relief, but you'll need to qualify first.

How will filing for bankruptcy impact my credit score?

Bankruptcy can help you wipe the financial slate clean — but it can also do some serious damage to your credit.

How to Choose the Right Travel Credit Card

Fees, sign-up bonuses and whether the card is aligned with a particular hotel brand or airline are all factors in the decision.

Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago

Carried interest: private equity’s tax break

The lower-taxed performance fee has helped buyout firms’ executives amass personal fortunes

Business - Financial Times - October 27

This veteran tech investor won’t sell Nvidia shares now — regardless of earnings

Money manager Louis Navellier says Nvidia is the most ‘monopolistic and powerful’ stock he’s ever seen.

Business - MarketWatch - 20 hours ago

Who’s Laughing Now? Banana-as-Art Sells for $6.2 Million at Sotheby’s

A conceptual artwork by Maurizio Cattelan, “Comedian,” is just a fruit-stand banana taped on the wall. But 7 bidders were biting. It went to a crypto entrepreneur.

Top stories - The New York Times - 28 minutes ago

First They Built a Relationship. Then They Built a Brand.

When Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum connected on Grindr, becoming the Brownstone Boys was not on their bingo card.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 13

Trump privately praised Hitler and meets 'definition of fascist,' ex-chief John Kelly says

John Kelly, who served as White House chief of staff in the Trump administration, also said his one-time boss had spoken positively about Adolf Hitler while in office.

Politics - NBC News - October 23

‘We built Brazil’: how descendants of enslaved Africans have helped shape the country

A new book explores the way Black people are playing a transformative role in the fight for equality despite centuries of enslavement and continued neglect. “A cook for a small family is needed. ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Palantir is now worth $100 billion — and may be like Nvidia in one regard

Palantir is helping companies incorporate AI into their businesses — and one analyst says it’s succeeded “more than any company (not named Nvidia).”

Business - MarketWatch - October 28

Muslim voters once abandoned the GOP. Now they may leave the Democrats.

Arab and Muslim voters moved away from the Democratic Party this year in ways that led some community leaders to warn of a lasting shift from a voting bloc that has been reliably Democratic for two ...

Politics - NBC News - November 10

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