Brendan Pedersen

Financial Services Reporter
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Brendan has covered the politics and influence of the financial services sector since 2018. Before launching Punchbowl News’ first policy vertical, The Vault, Brendan covered financial regulation and politics at the American Banker. Prior to that, he worked for Kiplinger’s Personal Finance, NBC News Chicago and Business Den in Colorado. Brendan has a three-legged cat named Eugene, so if you’re ever trying to get ahold of him, just ask for a picture.

Latest from Brendan Pedersen

The job market that won’t quit
The U.S. economy added 254,000 jobs in September, lowering the unemployment rate to 4.1% and keeping hopes of a “soft landing” alive and well.
The Vault Finance + Economy
Direct File doubles its territory
Direct File, piloted in the 2024 tax season, will now be available in states representing about 62% of the U.S. population.
The Vault Finance + Economy
Economy in focus in 2024’s homestretch
Both presidential candidates are putting a heavy emphasis on their economic vision for the country, and lawmakers in both parties say they’ve got the edge.
The Vault Finance + Economy
Bob Casey on outbound investment’s lame-duck chances
Casey plans to have conversations with House lawmakers involved in the outbound investment negotiations and is aiming for action by year’s end.
The Vault Finance + Economy
Mike Johnson talks econ policy at the NYSE
The speaker also vowed to address mounting U.S. debt, saying the country is in an “unsustainable and frankly immoral position.”
The Vault Finance + Economy
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