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Forum Explores Causes of the Financial Crisis

This story appeared in Bank Digest.

After hearing public testimony from leaders of both private and public sector entities in January 2010, the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission (FCIC) brought together experts who have researched the financial crisis for a forum in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 26-27, 2010, at American University  Washington College of Law. The forum was a part of the FCIC’s ongoing efforts to hear from academic experts and economists on issues related to the crisis.

The economists presented working papers to the Commissioners on the key issues and events leading up to the crisis and on its underlying causes. The presentations were followed by discussion with the Commissioners. Links to the working papers for each session are provided below.

Forum to Discuss Causes of Financial Crisis Announced

This story appeared in Bank Digest.

After hearing public testimony from leaders of both private and public sector entities in January, the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission has announced it will bring together experts who have researched the financial crisis for a forum in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 26 and 27, 2010, at American University Washington College of Law. The economists will present working papers to the Commissioners on the key issues and events leading up to the crisis and its underlying causes. The presentations will be followed by discussion with the Commissioners.

Transcripts of Financial Crisis Hearing Released

This story appeared in Bank Digest.

The Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission has issued official transcripts of its first public hearing. The hearing was held Jan. 13 and 14, 2010, and featured testimony from bank executives, economists and federal regulators.

Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission Continues Initial Hearing on Crisis Causes

This story appeared in Bank Digest.

The Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission held its second day of public hearings on Jan. 14, 2010, in Washington, D.C. The 10-member commission has until Dec. 15, 2010, to submit a final report to Congress on the crisis. Testimony of Lanny A. Breuer, Assistant Attorney General, Criminal Division, U.S. Department of Justice.