We have written extensively on LIBOR-related issues over the years, and we were interested to see the two recent publications by Andy Verity, the BBC’s economics correspondent, in The Times (see here and here). The linked articles are extracts
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Manipulation Monitor, published by Lundin PLLC, focuses on legal developments and litigation related to financial market manipulation and benchmark rate controversies. The blog covers topics such as LIBOR and other benchmark rate rigging scandals, antitrust litigation involving foreign exchange and government bond markets, class action settlements with major financial institutions, and court rulings on jurisdiction and class certification in complex financial cases. It tracks ongoing and settled cases involving allegations of conspiracy, price fixing, and fraudulent reporting by banks and financial entities. The blog provides updates on motions, settlements, and judicial decisions impacting financial benchmark litigation and antitrust claims.
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