U.S. Banks Set to Report 2Q Earnings

The video discusses recent trends in the financial markets, highlighting the rally in financials and the optimism around yield curve steepening. It examines the disconnect between bank performance and market forecasts, attributing it to low volatility affecting trading revenues. The video also addresses regulatory uncertainties in the US, political factors like the Russia investigation, and healthcare debates impacting market expectations. Finally, it explores the role of the Fed in easing regulations, particularly for small banks, and simplifying the Volker rule.

What uncertainties are impacting the lending market in the United States?

In what ways might deregulation occur through regulators rather than Congress?