Core Viewpoint - Wells Fargo & Company (WFC) is making progress in resolving regulatory issues, as evidenced by the termination of a 2015 agreement by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), which has positively impacted its stock price and moves the bank closer to lifting its $1.95-trillion asset cap [1][5]. Group 1: Regulatory Progress - The termination of the 2015 agreement is the 13th consent order resolved by Wells Fargo since 2019 and the seventh since the beginning of 2025, indicating a significant step forward in addressing regulatory challenges [2]. - The bank has faced scrutiny from regulators due to scandals, including the creation of millions of unauthorized accounts, leading to a $1.95-trillion asset cap imposed by the Federal Reserve since 2018 [3]. - CEO Charlie Scharf expressed confidence in the bank's regulatory improvements and highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen compliance, including an annual allocation of $2 billion to enhance risk controls and operational processes [4]. Group 2: Impact of Asset Cap - The termination of the OCC's 2015 consent order brings Wells Fargo closer to lifting the asset cap, with the focus now on the remaining 2018 Federal Reserve board consent order [5]. - The asset cap has hindered the bank's growth potential, particularly affecting loan growth, which is crucial for the bank's asset base [6]. - Lifting the asset cap will enable Wells Fargo to offer loans without restrictions, supporting top-line expansion and positioning the bank for long-term growth [6]. Group 3: Stock Performance - Over the past year, WFC shares have gained 27.3%, compared to the industry's growth of 29.4%, reflecting a positive market response to the bank's regulatory progress [7].

Core Insights - Safe Harbor Financial has formed a strategic partnership with Bennett Thrasher to enhance financial compliance and advisory services for cannabis businesses in regulated markets [1][2] - The collaboration aims to address financial challenges faced by operators in the cannabis industry, providing essential tools and guidance for growth [2][3] Company Overview - Safe Harbor Financial is a fintech leader that facilitates financial services and credit facilities specifically for the cannabis industry, having facilitated over $25 billion in deposit transactions across more than 41 states [8] - Bennett Thrasher is a prominent accounting and advisory firm with over 45 years of experience, offering a range of services including tax, audit, and advisory [4] Services Offered - The partnership provides a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored for cannabis businesses, including annual audits, tax preparation, ongoing financial advisory, corporate valuations, M&A support, and CFO services [6][7] - These services are designed to improve audit readiness, enhance credibility with stakeholders, and provide strategic financial guidance [7] Industry Context - Operators in the cannabis industry face unique financial challenges, such as navigating the complexities of 280E tax law and limited access to traditional advisory services [3] - The partnership aims to fill a critical gap in financial infrastructure, enabling cannabis businesses to operate with greater efficiency and confidence [2][3]

证券代码：000563 证券简称：陕国投A 公告编号：2025-55 陕西省国际信托股份有限公司 本公司及董事会全体成员保证信息披露的内容真实、准确、完整，没有虚 假记载、误导性陈述或重大遗漏。 一、董事会会议召开情况 陕西省国际信托股份有限公司（以下简称"公司"）董事会于 2025 年 5 月 23 日以电子邮件方式发出召开第十届董事会第二十八次会议的通知，并于 2025 年 议应出席董事 10 名，实际出席会议董事 10 名，全体董事均亲自出席了会议；公 司全体监事、部分高级管理人员等列席了会议。本次会议的召开符合《公司法》 等有关法律、行政法规、部门规章、规范性文件和《公司章程》的规定。 本办法是公司根据监管制度要求，结合公司实际而制定，规定了合规管理架 构和职责、合规管理保障、合规事项报告程序等内容，进一步提升了公司依法合 规经营能力。 本办法已经董事会合规管理委员会审议通过。 表决情况：同意 10 票，反对 0 票，弃权 0 票 本次会议由公司董事长姚卫东主持，经与会董事认真审议和表决，会议通过 了如下议案并形成决议。 二、董事会会议审议情况 根据公司总裁提名，经公司董事会提名委员会审核通过，董事会 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) has imposed a $25,500 administrative penalty on Tamarack Valley Energy Ltd. for violating the Oil and Gas Conservation Rules by failing to maintain original production measurement recordings [1][2]. Group 1: Regulatory Compliance - The AER's investigation revealed that Tamarack contravened section 12.030(2) of the Oil and Gas Conservation Rules between May 11, 2022, and August 8, 2022 [2]. - The failure to keep original recordings of production measurements is critical as it affects the verification of production data and accurate volumetric reporting [2]. Group 2: AER's Role and Actions - The AER utilizes administrative penalties as one of several compliance and enforcement tools to ensure companies adhere to regulatory requirements [3]. - The AER is responsible for the safe, efficient, orderly, and environmentally responsible development of energy and mineral resources in Alberta [4].

Core Viewpoint - Midland States Bancorp, Inc. received a deficiency notification from Nasdaq due to the late filing of its Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, indicating non-compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) [1][3]. Company Compliance Status - The notification does not have an immediate effect on the listing or trading of the Company's common stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market [2]. - The Company has until June 2, 2025, to submit a plan to regain compliance with the Listing Rule, with a potential extension until September 29, 2025 [3]. Financial Reporting Evaluation - The Company is currently evaluating its accounting and financial reporting related to third-party lending and servicing arrangements, including assessing goodwill impairment [4]. Company Overview - Midland States Bancorp, Inc. is a community-based financial holding company with total assets of approximately $7.46 billion as of March 31, 2025, and its Wealth Management Group manages assets of about $4.10 billion [6].

SINGAPORE, May 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Multi Ways Holdings Limited (“Multi Ways”, the “Company” or the “Issuer”) (NYSE American: MWG), a leading supplier of a wide range of heavy construction equipment for sales and rental in Singapore and the surrounding region, today announced the receipt of notification (the “Filing Deficiency Notification”) from New York Stock Exchange Regulation (“NYSE Regulation”) on May 16, 2025, indicating that, as a result of not having timely filed its Annual Report on Form 2 ...

系老牌投顾公司，频频更换企业名称 广东证监局近日公布的罚单显示，慧研智投广州分公司在开展证券投资顾问业务存在四方面违规行为： 一是未定期开展适当性自查工作，投资者适当性管理执行不到位；二是部分营销内容存在暗示保证收益 的情形；三是个别未在中国证券业协会注册登记为证券投资顾问的员工向客户提供投资建议；四是对客 户提供的投资建议存在缺少合理依据、未充分提示风险。 基于此，广东证监局对慧研智投广州分公司采取责令改正的监管措施，并要求其采取切实有效措施对存 在的问题进行整改，并在收到处罚决定书之日起30日内提交书面整改报告。 这是近一年慧研智投第五次"吃"罚单。今年1月10日，慧研智投武汉分公司被湖北证监局采取责令改正 并责令暂停新增客户的行政监管措施，原因包括：一是对客户营销过程中存在误导性陈述的情形；二是 对客户营销过程中存在虚假陈述和承诺保证收益的情形；三是营销服务存在留痕不全的情形；四是对客 户提供的投资咨询建议存在缺少合理依据、未进行充分的风险提示、未注明证券投资顾问的姓名及其登 记编码的情形；五是存在未取得投资咨询资格的工作人员向客户提供投资咨询建议的情形；六是对客户 提供投资咨询服务存在不够审慎的情形。 ...

F&M Bank Promotes Eric D. Faust to EVP F&M announces the promotion of Eric D. Faust to Executive Vice President ARCHBOLD, Ohio, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- F&M Bank (“F&M”), an Archbold, Ohio-based bank owned by Farmers & Merchants Bancorp, Inc. (Nasdaq: FMAO), is proud to announce the promotion of Eric D. Faust to Executive Vice President. Faust has served as the bank’s Chief Risk Officer since 2022, where he has led significant advancements in enterprise risk and regulatory compliance. In his rol ...

Core Viewpoint - Equus Total Return, Inc. has been notified by the NYSE of non-compliance with listing standards due to its Common Stock trading below $1.00 for a consecutive 30-day period, but this notice does not affect its current listing or trading status [1][4]. Group 1: Compliance Notification - The NYSE notified Equus on May 15, 2025, regarding the non-compliance with Section 802.01C of the NYSE Listed Company Manual [1]. - The notice is classified as a deficiency notice and does not imply immediate delisting [1][4]. Group 2: Plans for Compliance - The Company plans to inform the NYSE by May 25, 2025, of its intention to remedy the stock price deficiency and return to compliance [2]. - Equus can regain compliance within six months if it achieves a closing share price of at least $1.00 on the last trading day of any calendar month during the cure period [2]. Group 3: Potential Actions for Compliance - The Company is considering various alternatives to address the stock price non-compliance, including a reverse stock split, which will be proposed at the upcoming annual meeting on June 26, 2025 [3]. - If the Company takes action requiring stockholder approval, the price condition will be deemed cured if the stock price exceeds $1.00 and remains above that level for at least 30 trading days [3]. Group 4: Ongoing Operations - Equus's Common Stock will continue to be listed and traded on the NYSE during the compliance period, provided it meets other listing standards [4]. - The notice is not expected to impact the Company's ongoing business operations or its reporting obligations with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission [4]. Group 5: Company Overview - Equus Total Return, Inc. operates as a business development company and trades as a closed-end fund on the NYSE under the symbol "EQS" [5].

Leveraging Digital Technologies in Boosting Tax Collection Manabu Nose, Nicola Pierri, and Jiro Honda WP/25/89 IMF Working Papers describe research in progress by the author(s) and are published to elicit comments and to encourage debate. The views expressed in IMF Working Papers are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the views of the IMF, its Executive Board, or IMF management. 2025 MAY © 2025 International Monetary Fund WP/25/89 IMF Working Paper Fiscal Affairs Department Leveraging D ...