Humm starts probe into alleged leak of market-sensitive information
The investigation into potential misconduct at the non-bank lender comes after talks with parties, including Macquarie, about acquiring its commercial unit.
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The investigation into potential misconduct at the non-bank lender comes after talks with parties, including Macquarie, about acquiring its commercial unit.
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