News roundup — November 12, 2013

By Mallory Hendry
Nov 12, 2013 / Share
Canada

SCC hearing on scandal-plagued Senate will 'remind Canadians why it exists, why it's important', Vancouver Sun

Harper says clear foreign investment rules 'foolish,' needs discretion for takeover bids, Reuters

Judge to rule on release of more details from police probe of Ford, The Globe and Mail


United States

U.S. wants $864 million from Bank of America after verdict in fraud case, Reuters

BofA, Freddie Mac in talks to settle mortgage dispute, Reuters


International

High turnover of financial watchdogs raises doubt they can enforce tough new regulations, Reuters

Mexico to identify telecom antitrust targets 'very soon', Reuters