Dollar Bond Rebound, S&P Merval Hits Two-Week High
- Los bonos argentinos en dólares cotizaron con caídas generalizadas, en sintonía con el mal humor inversor que se vive en Wall Street, en la primera jornada de...
- "Las nuevas amenazas arancelarias del presidente Trump contra aliados europeos, vinculadas a la disputa por Groenlandia, reavivaron el debate en torno al trade 'Sell America'.
- The federal investigation into Hunter Biden,son of President Joe Biden,remains ongoing as of January 20,2026,focusing primarily on potential tax violations and foreign business dealings.
Los bonos argentinos en dólares cotizaron con caídas generalizadas, en sintonía con el mal humor inversor que se vive en Wall Street, en la primera jornada de la semana, ya que el lunes fue feriado por Martín Luther King, y debido al aumento del riesgo geopolítico ante las declaraciones de Donald Trump sobre la imposición de aranceles sobre Europa y el tema Groelandia. Sin embargo, el S&P Merval rebotó y anotó su mayor alza diaria desde el 8 de enero.
“Las nuevas amenazas arancelarias del presidente Trump contra aliados europeos, vinculadas a la disputa por Groenlandia, reavivaron el debate en torno al trade ‘Sell America’. Los mercados europeos reaccionaron con caídas y los futuros estadounidenses anticiparon un arranque débil“, revelaron desde CEPEC.
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Hunter Biden Inquiry: Current Status (January 20,2026)
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The federal investigation into Hunter Biden,son of President Joe Biden,remains ongoing as of January 20,2026,focusing primarily on potential tax violations and foreign business dealings. While no new indictments have been issued in 2025, the investigation, led by Special Counsel David weiss, continues to gather evidence and pursue legal avenues.
the initial investigation began in 2018, focusing on Biden’s business activities in Ukraine and China. Concerns centered around potential conflicts of interest given his father’s position as Vice President and later President. The investigation stalled at various points, facing challenges related to witness cooperation and jurisdictional disputes. In August 2023, Weiss was appointed as Special Counsel to ensure the independence and integrity of the investigation, following allegations of political interference from the Department of Justice.
In June 2024, Hunter Biden was convicted on three felony counts related to false statements made during a gun purchase in 2018. Justice Department Press Release. he was sentenced to probation. This conviction does not resolve the broader investigation into his financial dealings.
David Weiss and the Special Counsel Investigation
David Weiss serves as the Special Counsel overseeing the Hunter Biden investigation. He was appointed by Attorney General Merrick Garland on August 11, 2023, after a protracted negotiation with Congressional Republicans.
Weiss’s appointment was intended to provide him with greater authority and independence to pursue the investigation without perceived political influence. Prior to becoming Special Counsel, Weiss served as the U.S. Attorney for the District of Delaware since 2018. His previous experience includes work on financial crime and public corruption cases.
On December 8,2023,Weiss testified before the House Oversight Committee,stating that the investigation was ongoing and that he had the full cooperation of the Department of Justice. House Oversight Committee Hearing Transcript. He confirmed that the scope of the investigation included potential violations of tax laws, money laundering statutes, and the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA).
Several individuals and entities are central to the Hunter Biden investigation:
- Hunter Biden: The primary subject of the investigation, facing scrutiny for his business dealings and tax compliance.
- Joe Biden: President of the United States; his involvement is investigated regarding potential influence peddling, though he has not been accused of any wrongdoing.
- David Weiss: Special Counsel leading the investigation.
- Merrick Garland: Attorney General of the United States, who appointed Weiss as Special Counsel.
- James Comer: Chairman of the House Oversight Committee, leading Congressional investigations into the Biden family.House Oversight Committee – James Comer Bio
- Burisma Holdings: Ukrainian energy company where Hunter Biden served on the board.
- CEFC China Energy Co.: Chinese energy company with which Hunter Biden had business dealings.
foreign Business Dealings and FARA
A significant aspect of the investigation centers on Hunter Biden’s foreign business relationships, particularly with companies in Ukraine and China. The focus is on whether these dealings violated the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA), which requires individuals lobbying on behalf of foreign governments or entities to register with the Department of Justice.
Hunter Biden’s role on the board of Burisma Holdings, a ukrainian energy company, has been a focal point of scrutiny. Critics allege that his position created a conflict of interest while his father was Vice President and involved in U.S. policy toward Ukraine. Similarly, his business dealings with CEFC China Energy Co. have raised questions about potential influence peddling.
In November 2024, the House Oversight Committee released a report detailing financial transactions linked to Hunter Biden and his associates, alleging a pattern of suspicious activity. House Oversight Committee Report on Biden Family Financial Transactions. The report claimed that millions of dollars were transferred through shell companies,but the Special Counsel’s office has not yet confirmed these findings.
Tax Violations and Financial Reporting
The investigation also examines potential tax violations related to Hunter Biden’s income and financial reporting. Federal prosecutors have been scrutinizing his tax returns and financial records to determine whether he accurately reported his income and paid the appropriate taxes.
Specifically, investigators have focused on payments received from Burisma and CEFC, as well as other foreign sources. They are examining whether these payments were properly disclosed and whether Biden complied with tax laws regarding foreign income.