Things we're reading today include ...
Goldman Sachs
Goldman and SEC: The main arguments - Financial Times
FSA begins investigation into Goldman fraud claims -
The Times
Goldman Sachs to face further investigation over fraud
claims - The Independent
Goldman under fire on all sides – and Obama turns up
the heat - The Times
Goldman Sachs issues detailed rebuttal as it fights to
clear its name - The Telegraph
Goldman to pay Tourre bonus despite fraud charge - The Telegraph
Goldman Sachs: a history of controversy - The Telegraph
Goldman lawsuit could force EU to regulate derivatives,
says market regulator Barnier - The Telegraph
EU backs tougher US line on derivatives - Financial Times
Other news
Citigroup reports highest profit since 2007 - The Times
Citi's investment bank helps profits hit $4.4bn - The Telegraph
Financial regulation reform 'a must for next
Government' - The Telegraph
Islamic banks caught between two worlds - Financial Times

Chris M Skinner
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