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ConnectM Technologies has completed a $6.2 million debt-to-equity conversion, eliminating $13.7 million in total debt and reducing net interest expenses by over $2 million. This financial restructuring has positively impacted the company's stock price.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 26, 2024 | 4:23 pm

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The Federal Reserve's Michael Barr stated that the Fed views the discount window as a normal funding source and believes banks should use it when appropriate.

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September 26, 2024 | 2:55 pm

SPY

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen indicated in a CNBC interview that there is an expectation within the Federal Reserve that interest rates will decrease over time, eventually reaching a neutral level.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 26, 2024 | 2:22 pm

SPY

U.S. Treasury Secretary Yellen discussed efforts to improve liquidity and access to the Fed's discount window, while noting that guaranteed deposits are a congressional issue. She indicated that the labor market and inflation trends suggest a soft landing, with housing being a key inflation factor.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 26, 2024 | 2:20 pm

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen stated in a CNBC interview that the U.S. banking system is well-capitalized, suggesting stability and resilience in the financial sector.

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September 26, 2024 | 2:18 pm

SPY

Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman expressed concerns about potential unintended consequences of forcing banks to use the discount window or hold collateral there. This could impact the banking sector and broader financial markets.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 26, 2024 | 1:43 pm

SPY

Federal Reserve's Bowman highlights the downsides of borrowing from the discount window, emphasizing the need for banks to be signed up and possibly test it, without necessarily prepositioning collateral.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 26, 2024 | 1:41 pm

CNTM

ConnectM has completed a $6.2 million debt-to-equity conversion, eliminating a total of $13.7 million in debt and reducing annual interest expenses by over $2 million. This move is expected to enhance free cash flow and support growth.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 26, 2024 | 12:35 pm

NMHI

Nature's Miracle Holding Inc. (NASDAQ:NMHI) has entered a debt forgiveness agreement with Uninet Global, reducing its outstanding debt by $2.1 million, leaving $577,500 remaining. This move is part of Nature's Miracle's strategy to optimize its capital structure and increase stockholder equity.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 26, 2024 | 12:34 pm

ISPC

iSpecimen shares rose following the announcement of a $1 million loan agreement, which could provide the company with additional financial flexibility.

Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk

September 26, 2024 | 12:18 pm