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NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 11, 2019
Ex-LPL broker ripped off clients using phony Taylor Swift charity: New Hampshire

New Hampshire slaps Dain Stokes with injunction, says he allegedly solicited $576,000 from clients for fake charity.

By Bruce Kelly
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 11, 2019
Fisher Investments launches diversity task force

In wake of sexist and crude comments made by billionaire Ken Fisher, some large clients of RIA reevaluate their dealings with the firm.

By Jeff Benjamin
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 11, 2019
Drug costs for some U.S. seniors to rise by hundreds of dollars

Medicare Part D's catastrophic coverage threshold will go up by $1,250 next year.

By Bloomberg
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 11, 2019
Enhancing financial advice with model portfolios

Outsourcing portfolio management helps advisers to refocus on their priorities and expand their client base.

By Brie Williams
Two small broker-dealers are down — and out
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Two small broker-dealers are down — and out

Taylor Capital Management and Triloma Securities to close

By Bruce Kelly
Broadridge moves deeper into advice space with Fi360 acquisition
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Broadridge moves deeper into advice space with Fi360 acquisition

Fiduciary technology will plug into Broadridge's Matrix trust and trading platform.

By Ryan W. Neal
October is the new April for taxpayers, accountants after tax law confusion
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
October is the new April for taxpayers, accountants after tax law confusion

Several provisions have made it more complicated and time-consuming to file tax returns.

By Bloomberg
Social Security COLA for 2020 will be 1.6 percent
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Social Security COLA for 2020 will be 1.6 percent

Benefits and taxable wages to increase by the smallest amount in three years.

By Mary Beth Franklin
Fidelity eliminates commissions on online trades
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Fidelity eliminates commissions on online trades

In addition to free trading on U.S. stocks, ETFs and options, the company says it is offering higher yields on cash balances and better trade execution.

By Bloomberg
Ken Fisher barred from Tiburon Events, apologizes for offensive comments
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Ken Fisher barred from Tiburon Events, apologizes for offensive comments

Tiburon managing partner says Mr. Fisher's remarks added to gender diversity problem in wealth and management industry.

By Bloomberg
Outcry over Ken Fisher comments could mark turning point for industry conferences
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Outcry over Ken Fisher comments could mark turning point for industry conferences

Advisers foresee more awareness about the need for an inclusive atmosphere.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Morgan Stanley wins 401(k) lawsuit over use of in-house and BlackRock funds
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Morgan Stanley wins 401(k) lawsuit over use of in-house and BlackRock funds

The judge's ruling described plaintiffs' claims as inappropriate 'Monday-morning quarterbacking'

By Greg Iacurci
Fidelity fee match spells relief for investors, says Morgan Stanley
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Fidelity fee match spells relief for investors, says Morgan Stanley

Fidelity Investments chooses to match rivals rather than escalate price war

By Bloomberg
SkyView launches digital matchmaking platform for adviser M&A
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
SkyView launches digital matchmaking platform for adviser M&A

SkyView Partners hopes its new service can become a Zillow for adviser deals.

By Ryan W. Neal
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Fidelity eliminates commissions on online trades

In addition to free trading on U.S. stocks, ETFs and options, the company says it is offering higher yields on cash balances and better trade execution.

By Bloomberg
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
October is the new April for taxpayers, accountants after tax law confusion

Several provisions have made it more complicated and time-consuming to file tax returns.

By Bloomberg
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Broadridge moves deeper into advice space with Fi360 acquisition

Fiduciary technology will plug into Broadridge's Matrix trust and trading platform.

By Ryan W. Neal
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Two small broker-dealers are down — and out

Taylor Capital Management and Triloma Securities to close

By Bruce Kelly
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Fidelity fee match spells relief for investors, says Morgan Stanley

Fidelity Investments chooses to match rivals rather than escalate price war

By Bloomberg
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 10, 2019
Morgan Stanley wins 401(k) lawsuit over use of in-house and BlackRock funds

The judge's ruling described plaintiffs' claims as inappropriate 'Monday-morning quarterbacking'

By Greg Iacurci