Wall Street firms settle for 1.44 billion to curb conflicts
The 10 biggest brokerages including Citigroup Goldman Sachs and Credit Suisse First Boston agreed to pay 1.44 billion and split stock research from investment banking. They will fund independent research and overhaul operations to restore investor confidence while denying or admitting no charges. Regulators aim to compensate investors though fund details remain unclear.
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States move to require contraceptive coverage
In Columbus Ohio Beth Taggart pays 35 dollars monthly for birth control as her plan excludes it. Lawmakers in 19 states this year have introduced over 60 birth control insurance bills with New York Arizona and Massachusetts enacting laws. Courts and EEOC have weighed in recently on contraception coverage and discrimination.
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