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Jefferies Pushes to Question First Brands Founder Under Oath

Jefferies Financial Group is pressing to question First Brands founder Patrick James under oath, saying the former chief executive officer potentially invoking his Constitutional right against self-incrimination doesn’t mean he can avoid an upcoming deposition.

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Top Soy Traders Exit Pact That Protects Amazon Forests

A group representing some of the world’s largest soybean traders is exiting a landmark deal created in Brazil to protect the Amazon against deforestation, according to a statement issued Monday.