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Indonesian lending activity poised for rebound

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Macroeconomic uncertainty has impacted Indonesian debt markets in recent years. But, after a period of disruption, prospects for domestic and offshore debt issuances are brightening....more

J.S. Held

Lending Climate in America – 3rd Quarter 2024 Survey

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With inflation still affecting the US economy, lenders are now focused on the economic impact of the upcoming presidential election. Lenders’ expectations for the US economy’s performance in the longer term – beyond the next...more

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The Cost of Money

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Although high interest rates may no longer be headline news, loan obligations remain a driving source of stress for many business owners. Loan financing is fundamental (and often unavoidable) for many businesses. Loans can...more

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Lending Climate in America – 2nd Quarter 2024 Survey

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With inflation continuing to impact the US economy, lenders are focused on the economic impact of elevated interest rates. Lenders’ expectations for the US economy’s performance in the longer term – beyond the next six months...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

CFPB Takes Action Against Owners of Small Dollar Lender for Hiding Money to Avoid Penalties

On June 17, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau filed an order to resolve its 2023 lawsuit against the former CEO of a short-term small dollar lender and his spouse, in connection with a series of fraudulent transfers...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

CFPB Sues Fintech for Deceptive Practices Surrounding Tipping Service

On May 17, the CFPB filed a lawsuit against a California-based fintech that operates a nationwide website and mobile-application based peer-to-peer lending platform through which consumers can obtain small-dollar, short-term...more

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Lending Climate in America – 1st Quarter 2024 Survey

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With inflation continuing to impact the US economy, lenders are focused on the economic impact of the presidential election in November. Lenders’ expectations for the US economy’s performance in the longer term – beyond the...more

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Lending Climate in America – 4th Quarter 2023 Survey

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Interest rates and inflation have been the big drivers of the US economy as of late, but lenders are increasingly optimistic for 2024, despite some challenges. Lenders foresee interest rate declines beginning in 2024 – with...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

Connecticut Stops FinTech from Unlicensed Lending Activities

On May 4, the Connecticut Department of Banking issued a temporary cease and desist order directing a peer-to-peer lending platform that connected borrowers with third-party lenders to cease its lending-related activities on...more

McDermott Will & Emery

Are Crypto Loans Taxed as Loans?

Transactions involving the borrowing and lending of units of virtual currency (or crypto loans) are increasing in number and type. Lacking Treasury or IRS guidance with respect to crypto loans, potential tax issues that arise...more

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

Second Circuit: Tribal Officials Must Face Suit

The U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit has ruled that an online tribal lender must comply with state interest rate and licensing laws, allowing a pair of borrowers to move forward with their suit against tribal officials....more

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