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Franklin Templeton’s SMA models find shelf space on Orion
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Franklin Templeton’s SMA models find shelf space on Orion

The storied asset manager looks to grow its $137B SMA business further with advisors on the TAMP provider’s platforms.

By Leo Almazora
Finra fines Morgan Stanley $400k over trade disclosure flubs
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Finra fines Morgan Stanley $400k over trade disclosure flubs

The brokerage giant reportedly failed to accurately disclose critical information on more than 500,000 trades involving munis and debt securities.

By Leo Almazora
Fed rate cut hopes stay alive as July core inflation eases
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Fed rate cut hopes stay alive as July core inflation eases

A fourth straight month of easing in annual inflation adds support for a September easing in monetary policy.

By Bloomberg
CFP exam saw another large cohort of participants in July, but how did they do?
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
CFP exam saw another large cohort of participants in July, but how did they do?

CFP Board says exam remains 'the standard' for competent, ethical financial planning.

By Steve Randall
Schwab Asset Management launches its first actively managed fixed income ETF 
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Schwab Asset Management launches its first actively managed fixed income ETF 

Meanwhile, Schwab has awarded scholarships to next generation of RIA superstars.

By Steve Randall
For DIY investors who want to mix traditional assets with alts, there's a new IRA
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
For DIY investors who want to mix traditional assets with alts, there's a new IRA

New retirement product is designed to make modern portfolio diversification easier.

By Steve Randall
Bond traders await US inflation data to reinforce bullish wagers
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Bond traders await US inflation data to reinforce bullish wagers

Higher CPI would suggest a more dovish Fed.

By Bloomberg
Is Google about to be broken up by US justice department?
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Is Google about to be broken up by US justice department?

Either way, its search business will never be quite the same again.

By Bloomberg
Trading platform could be the K-pop of online brokerages
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Trading platform could be the K-pop of online brokerages

South Korean firm wants to disrupt US market.

By Bloomberg
Advisor booted after taking cash from fraternal order for own use
NEWS BROKER DEALERS AUG 13, 2024
Advisor booted after taking cash from fraternal order for own use

The advisor "converted approximately $9,000 of chapter funds for his personal use," according to Finra.

By Bruce Kelly
Trump, Harris vie for votes with tax policy tit-for-tat
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Trump, Harris vie for votes with tax policy tit-for-tat

The warring Democratic and Republican camps have floated a generous child tax break and ending taxes on Social Security, among other proposals.

By Bloomberg
World Investment Advisors bolsters leadership with new CFO
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
World Investment Advisors bolsters leadership with new CFO

The firm recently known as Pensionmark is looking to its next phase of growth with a leader experienced in complex M&A transactions.

By Leo Almazora
Stocks climb as July PPI stokes Fed speculation
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Stocks climb as July PPI stokes Fed speculation

The latest read from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows muted gains in producer prices, supporting hopes of a September cut.

By Bloomberg
Janus Henderson acquires majority stake in $6B global private credit manager
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Janus Henderson acquires majority stake in $6B global private credit manager

Firm says asset-backed lending is a significant market opportunity.

By Steve Randall
State Street names leader for its largest business, Investment Services
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
State Street names leader for its largest business, Investment Services

Internal appointment recognizes role in driving business success.

By Steve Randall
Wealthtech firms partner up to help advisors enhance tech capabilities
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Wealthtech firms partner up to help advisors enhance tech capabilities

Firms have a shared vision for 'democratizing access to wealth management tools.'

By Steve Randall
Investors still bullish on big tech despite market volatility
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Investors still bullish on big tech despite market volatility

BofA survey also shows continued expectation of a soft landing for US.

By Bloomberg
Oil prices could ease as IEA data suggests surplus ahead
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Oil prices could ease as IEA data suggests surplus ahead

It all depends on OPEC+ plan to hike supplies.

By Bloomberg
B. Riley misses report to regulators as it struggles to value assets
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
B. Riley misses report to regulators as it struggles to value assets

Investment firm is under SEC investigation.

By Bloomberg
Worried about the job market? It's time to build emergency savings
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 12, 2024
Worried about the job market? It's time to build emergency savings

While a healthcare worker might not spend very long being unemployed, the same might not be the case for a tech worker, and there is a case for up to 18 months' of savings.

By Emile Hallez