The effects of the Dodd-Frank financial regulation reform bill will clearly be sweeping, even if not all quite predictable. At this early point, here's a rundown of some of the biggest likely winners from the now-passed legislation.
Automatic Data Processing, a large provider of HR, payroll and benefits administration services, has bought Cobalt, which offers Web marketing services to auto dealers. The $400 million deal helps boost ADP's own dealer-services business and combat tough times in the sector.
Provisions now in the financial regulation overhaul may end up saving Americans on everything from debit cards to mortgages. How else will the emerging new rules affect consumers?
