Interest Rate Cap

American Express

Regulatory Storm Clouds: Trump’s Interest Rate Cap Proposal Sends American Express Shares Into a Tailspin

In a swift and sharp reaction to shifting political winds, shares of American Express (NYSE:AXP) plummeted more than 5% on January 12, 2026, as investors grappled with a dual-pronged regulatory threat from the highest levels of government. The selloff was ignited by President Trump’s weekend proposal to mandate

Visa

Market Tremors: Trump’s Proposed 10% Interest Rate Cap Triggers Massive Credit Sector Sell-Off

The financial markets were rocked this week as a surprise policy proposal from President Donald Trump sent shockwaves through the payments and lending industries. On Tuesday, January 13, 2026, shares of global payment giants and major credit card issuers plummeted following the President's call for a temporary 10%