James Rogers

InvestmentNews

James Rogers

Managing Editor

25+ years experience

James's specialty topics

Federal Reserve policy Retirement planning ETFs Financial advisor practice managment Markets

James Rogers is Managing Editor at InvestmentNews, where he covers financial advisor practice management, retirement planning, Federal Reserve policy, and markets — with a focus on how macroeconomic developments affect independent wealth management professionals across the United States.

An award-winning journalist based in New York, he joined InvestmentNews in January 2026 after more than three years as a financial columnist at MarketWatch, the Dow Jones personal finance and markets publication. He previously served as Managing Editor at TheStreet.com and has held editorial roles at Financial Times Specialist and Fox News. Rogers holds a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and History from the University of Leeds.

How I think about writing for this industry…

“Covering the wealth management industry is challenging, but intensely rewarding. From regulation and technology to practice management and alternative investments, we cover a slew of issues, but one theme remains constant - the advisors at the heart of this industry. I'm grateful that I get the opportunity to tell their stories on a daily basis.”

Awards and recognition

  • min Editorial & Design Award - Editorial Series (Online)
  • Reynolds Center Strictly Financials Fellow

Featured content from James

SEC wants more ‘realistic’ view of small advisory firms by redefining them, says commissioner From firefighter pensions to KKR: How early alts exposure helped shape Doug Krupa Former Citigroup exec who hit bank with lawsuit slams industry’s gender-based ‘chasm of fairness’

Previous experience

  • MarketWatch — Financial Columnist
  • FT Specialist, Financial Advisor IQ — Associate Editor
  • Fox News — SciTech Editor
  • TheStreet.com — Managing Editor

Education

  • B.A. English & History (Joint Honors), University of Leeds

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DOL’s new 401(k) proposal hailed as step towards ‘fairer’ retirement system
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
DOL’s new 401(k) proposal hailed as step towards ‘fairer’ retirement system

Private markets have remained out of reach for the average American saver until now, says Daniel Cahill, head of U.S. defined contribution at asset manager Partners Group.

What can advisors expect after the shock resignation of SEC’s ‘top cop’?
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 30, 2026
What can advisors expect after the shock resignation of SEC’s ‘top cop’?

Judge Margaret “Meg” Ryan recently stepped down as acting head of the SEC’s Enforcement Division.

FINRA streamlines new member application process
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 30, 2026
FINRA streamlines new member application process

The regulator has overhauled the form used for new member applications.

How quickly could Middle East oil production bounce back from Iran conflict? This is what advisors should know
EQUITIES MAR 27, 2026
How quickly could Middle East oil production bounce back from Iran conflict? This is what advisors should know

The Iran war has cut global oil supply by about 9 million barrels per day, according to BloombergNEF estimates

Advisor Moves: Shore to Summit brings in two managing directors from Wells Fargo, Raymond James welcomes veteran advisor in Virginia
RIA NEWS MAR 26, 2026
Advisor Moves: Shore to Summit brings in two managing directors from Wells Fargo, Raymond James welcomes veteran advisor in Virginia

Independent private wealth practice Shore to Summit Wealth Management is expanding its presence in Bethesda, Maryland.

Private credit shakeout continues, but investors are still seeking opportunity amid the noise, says VanEck
ETFS MAR 26, 2026
Private credit shakeout continues, but investors are still seeking opportunity amid the noise, says VanEck

The VanEck Alternative Asset Manager ETF recently posted its highest trading volume on record.

Defusing the industry's ticking time bomb
OPINION MAR 26, 2026
Defusing the industry's ticking time bomb

In the advisor industry, succession is a ticking time bomb, a looming crisis born out of aging leadership and economics that no longer make sense.

Cyndeo Wealth Partners brings in $235M veteran advisor from Merrill
RIA NEWS MAR 25, 2026
Cyndeo Wealth Partners brings in $235M veteran advisor from Merrill

Glenn Rodriguez specializes in serving widows, retirees and families navigating complex financial decisions.

Mass-affluent households are a $25T opportunity, says Cerulli, but don't wait to win these clients
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 25, 2026
Mass-affluent households are a $25T opportunity, says Cerulli, but don't wait to win these clients

Opportunities for advisors to engage new clients drop sharply as the prospects age, says Cerulli.

Advisor Moves: LPL adds $180M team in Boston as Beacon Pointe brings in two acquisitions
RIA NEWS MAR 24, 2026
Advisor Moves: LPL adds $180M team in Boston as Beacon Pointe brings in two acquisitions

The Boston-based team is seeking greater independence by joining LPL, while RIA Beacon Pointe has brought in teams with $645 million in assets.