Bank Negara Malaysia Strengthens Market Oversight to Maintain Financial Stability Amid Global Uncertainty KUALA LUMPUR — Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) will continue to ensure that the country’s financial markets remain orderly and resilient despite increasing global economic uncertainty, according to the Ministry of Finance (MOF). The ministry said the central bank is actively monitoring market developments while implementing comprehensive risk management frameworks to safeguard the stability of the …

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Energy commission and new DPMO seek staff and data access to implement SBX1‑2, DPMO says 2022 price spikes consistent with opportunistic margins CEC requested nearly $1.7 million and DPMO sought conversion of a data‑science position to permanent to implement ABX2‑1 and SBX1‑2 market‑oversight duties; DPMO said publicly available data indicate 2022 price spikes are consistent with opportunistic price increases (a generalized form of price gouging) while ongoing investigations remain confidential.

California's Energy Commission is sounding the alarm on the need for more resources to tackle gasoline price spikes, revealing potential price gouging tactics in the process.

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FERC votes to remove Western bilateral spot-market soft price cap, cites expanded enforcement tools At its February open meeting, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission voted unanimously on the consent agenda that included rescinding the Western Electricity Coordinating Council'area bilateral spot-market soft price cap, saying modern surveillance and enforcement tools now provide stronger protections for consumers.

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has officially lifted the long-standing soft price cap on bilateral spot sales in the West, signaling a significant shift in market oversight and consumer protection.

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SEC Enforcement Actions Reduced by 30% in 2025 Compared to the Prior Year - Faruqi & Faruqi LLP According to a report released by Cornerstone Research Inc. and the NYU Pollack Center for Law & Business, the SEC brought 30% fewer enforcement actions against public companies and subsidiaries in fi...

SEC Enforcement Actions Reduced by 30% in 2025 Compared to the Prior Year

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Regulator: Progressive to return about $1 billion to Florida policyholders under excess-profit statute Florida's insurance commissioner told lawmakers that Progressive will return roughly $1 billion to customers under the state's excess-profit statute; the regulator called the company cooperative and said average refunds could be about $320 per policyholder.

Progressive is set to return a staggering $1 billion to Florida policyholders, with average refunds of around $320 each!

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Competitive care: Why, when and how competition can improve human services - Conference Paper Commissioner Stephen King presented an earlier version of this conference paper to The Treasury’s Competition Policy for the Modern Economy Conference.

'Improving productivity, service standards and innovation in the care economy is a key part of improving Australians’ living standards.'

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Newly Appointed SEC Inspector General Now Sparks Hope and Skepticism  The SEC has appointed Kevin Muhlendorf as Inspector General. Find out about his qualifications and the reaction in the financial community.

Newly Appointed SEC Inspector General Now Sparks Hope and Skepticism

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MISO Seeks To Reduce Oversight Of Electricity Markets A conflict has emerged concerning the oversight of electricity markets managed by the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO). MISO has formally requested the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to restrict the authority of the Independent Market Monitor, also known as Potomac Economics, which is tasked with ensuring fairness and competition within MISO’s operational area. This petition, if successful, would significantly reduce the IMM's capacity to review and potentially challenge MISO’s decisions regarding transmission planning and various market activities. MISO’s desire to lessen the IMM’s oversight appears driven by a pursuit of greater operational autonomy, although the specific rationale behind the request remains unspecified. FERC, as the ultimate decision-making body, is currently evaluating MISO's request. The Independent Market Monitor itself strongly opposes these proposed limitations, contending that stringent oversight is essential for preserving market integrity and promoting competitive practices. Numerous states within the MISO region are actively lobbying FERC to deny MISO's petition. Ratepayer advocates share this stance, expressing concerns that reduced oversight could result in elevated electricity prices and inequitable market outcomes for consumers. Maintaining the IMM’s role is seen as crucial for upholding market transparency and safeguarding the interests of both consumers and competitive electricity generators. Conversely, diminishing the IMM’s ability to scrutinize MISO’s actions raises the potential for biased decision-making and increased costs for electricity consumers. The resolution of this dispute will have a considerable impact on the efficiency and affordability of electricity delivery across the Midwest and beyond.

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