The stability of local, national, and global finances affects every aspect of the economy at large, including stocks, commodities, and foreign exchange markets.  In this age of financial uncertainty and fluctuations, keeping current with the latest finance news and spotting patterns is critical for making informed financial decisions both now and for the future.  Up to date financial news stories help provide insight for investors, business owners, people with stock and retirement portfolios, and everyday consumers.  Technology has made accessing current, relevant information easier than ever.

Browse the headlines below to find the latest financial news from around the globe.

• Nike commits to stop financial penalties for pregnant athletes after backlash
  
  Pregnant athletes face performance-pay reductions for 12 months under old contracts
  Kevin Draper.  The Independent.  Sat, 25 May 2019 11:59:32 GMT.
• Real estate title firm's lapse exposes data in 885M files
  
  First American Financial's privacy lapse exposes bank account numbers, other personal info contained in 885 million real estate title files
  ABC News.  Sat, 25 May 2019 07:13:12 -0400.
• Millions of financial records exposed on First American website, report says - CNET
  
  The title insurance company didn't require a password to view the pages, according to security expert Brian Krebs.
  Laura Hautala.  CNET.  Sat, 25 May 2019 00:00:52 +0000.
• Understanding The Financial Impact Of Domestic Violence
  
  Read on to learn how we can prevent domestic violence.
  By Ellevate, Contributor.  Forbes.  Fri, 24 May 2019 20:33:00 +0000.
• China Accuses US Officials of Misleading Public on Trade War
  
  China on Friday accused U.S. officials of lying to the public about their trade war, as rising tensions between the world's two largest economies kept financial markets in a state of unease.
  Newsmax.  Fri, 24 May 2019 16:04:35 EDT.
• Attorneys for Navy SEAL accused of war crimes including killing a young girl have ties to Trump
  
  Marc Mukasey, one of the attorneys on the legal defense team of Navy SEAL chief Edward Gallagher, is also representing President Trump regarding his financial records.
  Daily Mail.  Fri, 24 May 2019 18:22:24 GMT.
• 7 Tips for Raising Wealthy Kids to Be Socially Responsible
  
  To avoid raising spoiled, entitled kids, some parents clam up about their wealth entirely. That's not the answer. Instead, get talking and teaching and be open about your finances.
  Kiplinger.  Fri, 24 May 2019 10:53:45 -0400.
• Developers look to non-bank lenders as tighter restrictions bite
  
  The major banks' exposure to commercial property financing has flatlined.
  Carolyn Cummins.  Sydney Morning Herald.  Sat, 25 May 2019 00:00:00 +1000.
• Is Heartland Financial USA (HTLF) A Good Value Investor Pick?
  
  Let's see if Heartland Financial USA (HTLF) stock is a good choice for value-oriented investors right now from multiple angles.
  Zacks Equity Research.  Zacks.  Fri, 24 May 2019 13:40:00 GMT.
• xCrypt Sold Out First IEO Phase on IDAX - Second Phase Will Start on May 25, 2019 17:00 (UTC+8)
  
  ST. JULIANS, Malta, May 24, 2019 -- xCrypt, is aspiring to be at the forefront of the fin tech revolution by combining the traditional world of finance with the vast array of innovations made possible by blockchain technology. ...
  PR Newswire.  Fri, 24 May 2019 11:11:00 +0000.
• How To Register Your Front Desk Staff To Become "Certified in the Heart of Hospitality"
  
  In the era of online reviews and social media, guest experiences at the front desk impact the financial success of your hotel. ...
  Hsyndicate.  Fri, 24 May 2019 10:41:24 +0200.
• Atrius Health reports $39M operating surplus in 2018
  
  As financial pressures push more physician groups to join larger systems, those that have remained independent claim they are better positioned to tackle value-based care.
  Alex Kacik.  Modern Healthcare.  Thu, 23 May 2019 16:05:51 EDT.
• Germany orders online bank N26 to take new steps against money-laundering
  
  German financial markets watchdog Bafin said Wednesday it had ordered online bank N26 to tackle gaps in its measures against financial crime, including in its systems for verifying clients' identities.
  The Local.  Wed, 22 May 2019 16:39:52 +0200.
• You can hire this startup -- for free -- to negotiate down your medical bills - CNET
  
  Earnin says it can help users find financial aid or get installment payments, too.
  Ben Fox Rubin.  CNET.  Wed, 22 May 2019 13:00:04 +0000.
• Oral arguments to occur in Trump fight over bank subpoenas
  
  NEW YORK (AP) - A judge is poised to hear oral arguments Wednesday over President Donald Trump's effort to block congressional subpoenas seeking financial records from two banks. ...
  Larry Neumeister.  Washington Times.  Wed, 22 May 2019 01:33:43 -0400.
• HUD Secretary Ben Carson stumped during congressional hearing
  
  The HUD secretary faced a tough hearing before the House Financial Services Committee on Tuesday.
  Yahoo.  Tue, 21 May 2019 15:22:53 -0400.
• Trump appeals ruling allowing Congress to see financial records
  
  A judge ruled in favour of a House panel seeking Trump's financial records from his accounting firm on Monday.
  Al Jazeera.  Tue, 21 May 2019 15:15:20 GMT.
• Trump Appeals Ruling Allowing Congress to See His Financial Records
  
  U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday appealed a federal judge's ruling against his attempt to block a House of Representatives committee from seeking his financial records, according to a court filing. ...
  Voice of America.  Tue, 21 May 2019 10:33:53 -0400.
• Poll: Many Rural Americans Struggle With Financial Insecurity, Access To Health Care
  
  A new poll from NPR, Harvard and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation gives a glimpse into rural life in America today, finding that many people living in rural communities live on the edge financially.
  Joe Neel.  NPR.  Tue, 21 May 2019 05:01:00 -0400.
• Investigate Farage and Brexit Party, ex-PM urges
  
  FORMER British prime minister Gordon Brown has called for an investigation into the finances of Nigel Farage and the Brexit Party.
  Irish Independent.  Tue, 21 May 2019 02:30:00 +0100.

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