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Exclusive: Bessent calls for less regulation to help small banks

Axios·August 31, 2026·1 min read
Exclusive: Bessent calls for less regulation to help small banks

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called for lighter financial regulation at the G20 finance ministers gathering Monday, arguing post-crisis rules have squeezed small banks. He said easing capital requirements could "unleash tens of billions for reinvestment into small businesses and loans for families across this country."

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