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Examining Corporate Bond Liquidity and Market Structure
Thursday July 7, 2016
The corporate bond market, in contrast to the Treasury market discussed previously in this series, is highly diverse wi...
An Update on the Fiscal-Federal Student Aid Pilot for Servicing Defaulted Student Loan Debt
Friday July 1, 2016
​Today, Treasury’s Bureau of the Fiscal Service (Fiscal) is releasing a report on the first year of a its pilot program...
West Africa -- Treasury Technical Assistance Helps Mobilize Domestic Resources by Strengthening Regional Debt Markets
Wednesday June 29, 2016
​While domestic resource mobilization often focuses on increasing tax collections, the development of sovereign debt ma...
Congress Must Act Before July 1 to Help Puerto Rico
Monday June 27, 2016
​Puerto Rico is in crisis, and its only hope for recovery and growth is legislation that authorizes the tools necessary...
U.S.-China Strategic and Economic Dialogue Outcomes Highlights
Monday June 13, 2016
​At its annual meeting June 6-7, the United States secured new commitments from China across a range of economic policy...
Sec. Lew urges UK & EU to "demonstrate flexibility in order to produce an amicable and mutually-acceptable outcome.” https://t.co/h7QcIJPyz8
Wednesday Jul 13, 2016, 1:20 PM
“We must maintain the strength and unity of the transatlantic community and alliance.” – Sec Lew with @VDombrovskis pic.twitter.com/01xAbMnVqS
Wednesday Jul 13, 2016, 1:15 PM
Post-Brexit negotiations must remain “smooth, pragmatic, and transparent.” – Sec. Lew https://t.co/h7QcIJPyz8
Wednesday Jul 13, 2016, 1:11 PM
Sec Lew assures @VDombrovskis that the US “remains committed to working with our UK & EU counterparts as they work through this transition.”
Wednesday Jul 13, 2016, 1:03 PM
Sec Lew met w/ @VDombrovskis in Brussels today to discuss post-Brexit negotiations, the G-20 & the global economy. https://t.co/h7QcIJPyz8
Wednesday Jul 13, 2016, 12:53 PM
“As the discussions between the EU and the UK continue, I believe that an outcome that produces a highly integrated relationship between the EU and the UK is in the best interests of Europe, the United States and the global economy.”- Secretary Lew at a joint press availability following a bilateral conversation with French Finance Minister Michel Sapin. Read his full remarks here: https://www.treasury.gov/press-center/press-releases/Pages/jl0509.aspx
Tuesday Jul 12, 2016, 12:50 PM
Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew, U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Thomas Perez , and Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Richard Cordray spoke at the public meeting of the Financial Literacy and Education Commission (FLEC) today. The meeting focused on financial education and investment advice, as well as the intersection of financial education and legal aid.
Wednesday Jun 29, 2016, 3:00 PM
“On July 1—only four days from now—the crisis in Puerto Rico will ratchet up to an even higher level. Puerto Rico has $2 billion in debt payments coming due that day, including payments on constitutionally prioritized debt on which Puerto Rico has not previously defaulted. In the event of default, and if creditor lawsuits are successful, a judge could immediately order Puerto Rico to pay creditors over essential services such as health, education, and public safety. “ Read Secretary Lew’s letter to Senate leadership here: https://www.treasury.gov/connect/blog/Pages/Congress-Must-Act-Before-July-1-to-Help-Puerto-Rico.aspx
Monday Jun 27, 2016, 12:02 PM
Today, Secretary Lew joined Executive Director of the Bretton Woods Committee Randy Rodgers at the 2016 Bretton Woods Committee Annual Meeting. Secretary Lew discussed the state of the global economy and the critical role the multilateral institutions must play in managing risks, and capitalizing on opportunities. The Secretary’s full remarks can be viewed here: http://1.usa.gov/29g9QrO
Monday Jun 27, 2016, 11:26 AM
Statement by Treasury Secretary Lew on UK Referendum → http://1.usa.gov/28Vqctr
Friday Jun 24, 2016, 10:00 AM
The Story of the Freedman’s Bank
Monday Feb 29, 2016, 3:09 PM
The U.S. Treasury Department recently marked the 150th anniversary of the Freedman’s Savings and Trust Company by naming the Treasury Annex building as the Freedman’s Bank Building. The following video shares the story of this important institution, which remains a significant part of American hist...
The Restoration of the West Stairs - June 11, 2014
Wednesday Feb 3, 2016, 9:54 AM
Treasury Curator Richard Cote highlights the importance of the West Stairwell to the Treasury building and walks viewers through the staircase’s renovation process.
Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew introduces myRA (my Retirement Account)
Wednesday Nov 4, 2015, 9:38 AM
U.S. Treasury Secretary Jacob J. Lew discusses how myRA is a simple, safe and affordable option that can help more people start saving for retirement.
Cabinet Secretaries Speak Out on Redesigning Our Currency
Thursday Oct 8, 2015, 10:00 AM
Use #TheNew10 to share your ideas and recommendations for the new $10 note and the next family of notes.
Secretary of State John Kerry on Redesigning Our Currency
Thursday Oct 8, 2015, 11:03 AM
Use #TheNew10 to share your ideas and recommendations for the new $10 note and the next family of notes.

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