American companies have begun taking an active role in trying to prevent 401k “leakage” (employees raiding from their retirement accounts). Magnanimity? Well, maybe a bit, but really it’s about younger workers – WSJ
Turns out that legalizing marijuana has had wide-ranging [sometimes unintended] effects, from taxes to restaurants. But the impact on real estate may be among its more interesting consequences – NYTimes
Prepaid card company NetSpend has reached a $53 million settlement with the FTC to resolve claims that the company “deceived customers about when and whether they could access money they deposited on its reloadable debit cards” – Law360
US private equity firm Lone Star—known around these parts for its big move in the mortgage lending and servicing space of late—is acquiring a controlling stake of Novo Banco, a bank “salvaged form the collapse” of Banco Espirito Santo—formerly one of Portugal’s largest private lenders – NYTimes
Now that we’re finally back within the 2 percent inflation sweet spot, some economists are calling for moving the goal posts – WSJ
Enron—yes that Enron—is at the heart of a long-running dispute that will remain alive and well 15 years later, as SDNY Judge Paul Oetken refused to dismiss a group of investment funds’ $100 million fraud suit against Credit Suisse, Deutsche Bank, and Merrill Lynch – Law360
Bond traders aren’t shy about showing their doubts about hints from regional Fed presidents about three more rate hikes in 2017 – Bloomberg
Here’s a fun look at Dyson, the English company best known for its vacuums and bladeless fans, which the Times has dubbed the “Apple of appliances” – NYTimes
How a little-known bank inside Cabela’s is messing with Bass Pro’s takeover plans – WSJ
Crop planting projections for 2017 show soybeans and corn up and wheat lagging – Bloomberg
Working on staying hip but short on time? Don’t worry. The Journal’s got you covered with its spring trend guide – WSJ