In today's episode, we delve into the significant enforcement actions taken by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency against a former Wells Fargo executive, highlighting the broader regulatory implications. We also explore the U.S.-China trade agreement that has sparked a market rally, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 seeing substantial gains. Additionally, we discuss the ongoing decline in U.S. consumer confidence amid inflation concerns and the debated 'DOGE dividend' proposal. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.

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