Lael Brainard

Fed's Brainard backs stress test-like exercise to address climate risks

02/18/21

Federal Reserve Gov. Lael Brainard said "scenario analysis" is distinct from traditional regulatory tools to assess capital strength, but can measure the long-term impact of weather events and the transition to a greener economy.

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Agencies may issue information request on AI adoption, Fed official says

01/12/21

Federal Reserve Gov. Lael Brainard said regulators are seeking to "understand the potential benefits and risks" from utilizing artificial intelligence in the financial services sector.

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Fed developing tools to help banks assess climate risk: Brainard

12/18/20

Speaking at a virtual event hosted by the Center for American Progress, Federal Reserve Gov. Lael Brainard said the agency is also seeking feedback on how the Community Reinvestment Act could be used to encourage lenders to invest in climate resiliency.

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Biden’s tough choice on who will lead Treasury

11/10/20

A moderate pick with financial sector ties could upset progressives, while the likely GOP majority in the Senate could balk at a nominee seen as too liberal. Here are some of the candidates.

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What kind of regulator can Biden get past a GOP Senate?

11/09/20

If Republicans keep their majority, the incoming administration will likely have to pick moderates over progressives to have any chance of getting its nominees approved.

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Nonbank sector needs reform to combat risk to financial stability: Fed

11/09/20

Temporary policy responses have mitigated problems in the short-term funding markets related to the pandemic, but permanent fixes may be necessary in some areas, the agency said in a report.

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OCC's Brooks sees 'overlap' with Fed on CRA

10/01/20

While the two agencies have disagreed on key areas of reforming the Community Reinvestment Act, the acting comptroller of the currency said there is commonality between their two approaches and he has not given up on developing a joint plan.

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