This year’s US Leaders Special Report reflects the new realities of American public affairs. As one Catholic left the White House after Joe Biden decided, at last, to withdraw from seeking a second term of office, Donald Trump returned to power with another Catholic – JD Vance – as his vice president, and a cabinet packed with conservatives who wear their faith on their sleeves.

In this second section of the report, we look at those who have made a significant impact in finance. Capital is a moral instrument. We’re spotlighting those Catholic leaders in finance who pair prudence with purpose, funding affordable housing, tuition access, religious liberty, poverty relief and mentoring the next generation.