WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release:

Today, U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent convened a meeting of the Financial Stability Oversight Council (Council) in executive session at the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury).

During the meeting, the Council heard an update from Treasury staff on the Council's quarterly financial stability monitor. The presentation described key developments during the third quarter of 2026 in financial markets, the banking sector, households, and financial and technological innovation. The presentation also highlighted trends in equity and debt markets and macroeconomic considerations. Overall, the financial system remains resilient and po...