WaMu’s Subprime Swan Song, Citi’s Secret SIV Sales

Washington Mutual cuts jobs, sells stock, and quits the subprime mortgage game. Citigroup has reportedly cut the size of its off-balance-sheet SIVs, without publicizing the fact. And the adult film industry takes a stand for intellectual property.

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WaMu quits subprime business

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