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BlackRock’s Rieder Climbs Ranks for Fed Chair, Via Transportation Debuts on NYSE, and Trump Dines with Qatari PM
Stock Market News· 2025-09-12 18:38
Group 1: Federal Reserve Chair Race - Rick Rieder, Chief Investment Officer of Global Fixed Income at BlackRock, is emerging as a leading candidate for the Federal Reserve Chair position, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent having interviewed him among at least 11 potential candidates [3][4][9] - Rieder has previously supported interest rate cuts, aligning with President Trump's criticisms of the Fed's rate decisions [4][9] - The selection process is being managed by Bessent, who aims to present a shortlist to President Trump [4][9] Group 2: Via Transportation IPO - Via Transportation Inc. commenced trading on the NYSE, with shares opening at $44, below its IPO price of $46 per share [5][9] - The IPO involved the offering of 10,714,285 shares of Class A common stock, raising approximately $492.9 million in gross proceeds, priced at the higher end of its marketed range of $40.00 to $44.00 per share [6][9] - The closing of the offering is anticipated on September 15, 2025, subject to customary conditions [6] Group 3: Diplomatic Engagement - President Trump is scheduled to have dinner with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani and Envoy Steve Witkoff, highlighting ongoing diplomatic engagements [7][9]