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Foundation and Operating Charity Investments Disappointed in 2011
By Michael S. FischerThe nonprofit sector experienced negative investment returns in fiscal 2011 for the first time in three fiscal years, according to two companion studies by Commonfund Institute.
June 08, 2012
After Inflation, Foundations Gave Less in 2011Giving by U.S. foundations lost ground to inflation in 2011 even as total giving increased by 2.2% to an estimated $46.9 billion, according to a study released Thursday by the Foundation Center.
June 01, 2012
FSOC Examines Volcker Rule, JPMorgan Losses; Provides SIFI-Label Protest ProceduresNonbank financial institutions insurers and financial market utilities (FMU), that want to argue their case before the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) if they receive a systemically important financial institution (SIFI) recommendation now have in place the framework for specific hearing procedures.
May 31, 2012
FSOC Examines Volcker Rule, JPMorgan Losses; Provides SIFI-Label Protest ProceduresNonbank financial institutions insurers and financial market utilities (FMU), that want to argue their case before the Financial Stability Oversight Council (FSOC) if they receive a systemically important financial institution (SIFI) recommendation now have in place the framework for specific hearing procedures.
May 23, 2012
FSOC Examines Volcker Rule, JPMorgan Losses; Provides SIFI-Label Protest ProceduresThe FSOC met this week and had a lot on its plate: Volcker Rule and financial stability in light of JPMorgan's losses, and the approval of new procedures that nonbanks and FMUs can follow to protest a SIFI designation.
May 17, 2012
LPL Names Sallie Larsen Chief Human Capital OfficerFormer Fed Home Loan Bank HR executive becomes member of LPLs executive committee.
May 14, 2012
Rise in Donors to Charities for the Destitute Looks TemporaryDespite accelerated giving, charities that strive to meet basic needs of the most down-and-out Americans are struggling to remain viable as demand for services accelerates, according to a new study.
May 09, 2012
Principal Survey: Company Benefits Significantly Boost Employee Retention, LoyaltyWhen asked about the impact of their employee benefits, 75% of respondents said their company offerings have significantly increased employee retention, as compared to 25% who the offerings have had some impact.