Fattened by the Federal Reserve, the markets want more

<i>Breakfast with Benjamin:</i> Fresh talk of extending QE is a sign that the markets just want more. Plus, gold shines bright among the carnage, learning to love leverage, and more.
OCT 17, 2014

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SEC defendant loses bid to escape fraud case on service technicality
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Advisor moves: Raymond James reels in $620M Stifel team in Utah
Advisor moves: Raymond James reels in $620M Stifel team in Utah

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Rising medical premiums push workers to cut retirement savings, LIMRA finds

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Dynasty launches RIA consulting group with Optima Group acquisition
Dynasty launches RIA consulting group with Optima Group acquisition

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Advisor moves: Wells Fargo FiNet, Janney, Raymond James, land fresh talent totaling nearly $1.6B
Advisor moves: Wells Fargo FiNet, Janney, Raymond James, land fresh talent totaling nearly $1.6B

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