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A trade war on the horizon complicates fixed income
NEWS FIXED INCOME NOV 27, 2024
A trade war on the horizon complicates fixed income

Investors should "stay light on your feet," the head of US fixed income at RBC says.

By Josh Welsh
More financial advisors leave B. Riley
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 27, 2024
More financial advisors leave B. Riley

B. Riley Financial's share price has dropped more than 68 percent over the past 12 months.

By Bruce Kelly
Edward Jones advisors depart for Equitable, Avantax
NEWS ADVISOR MOVES NOV 27, 2024
Edward Jones advisors depart for Equitable, Avantax

The defectors, separately located in the Chicagoland and Texas, reportedly managed more than $260 million combined.

By Leo Almazora
Massachusetts planner sanctioned for misleading client about $228k annuity purchase
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 27, 2024
Massachusetts planner sanctioned for misleading client about $228k annuity purchase

Most of the proceeds withdrawn from the client's IRA actually went to an account and was used for a third party's benefit, according to CFP Board order.

By Leo Almazora
Another InvestCloud veteran joins Communify Fincentric's C-suite
NEWS FINTECH NOV 27, 2024
Another InvestCloud veteran joins Communify Fincentric's C-suite

The fintech startup's latest executive hire will lead its efforts in building next-generation portals for clients and advisors while building a new foothold in Florida.

By Leo Almazora
North Square affiliate CS McKee to add around $2.3B AUM from new acquisition
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 27, 2024
North Square affiliate CS McKee to add around $2.3B AUM from new acquisition

Deal also sees leader returning to the firm where he started his career.

By Steve Randall
US equities, high yield bonds could be a winning combination in 2025
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 27, 2024
US equities, high yield bonds could be a winning combination in 2025

Northern Trust Asset Management looks ahead to the new year.

By Steve Randall
For many Americans who took early retirement, it wasn't their choice
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 27, 2024
For many Americans who took early retirement, it wasn't their choice

Only a small share of those who retired before 65 did so due to financial ability.

By Steve Randall
Give millennials participation trophies for effort, author says
NEWS RIAS NOV 26, 2024
Give millennials participation trophies for effort, author says

How advisors communicate with people in different age groups matters, as what they value in a professional's experience isn't necessarily the same, generational speaker Cam Martson said.

By Emile Hallez
Stocks will rise in 2025, predict four-fifths of advisors
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 26, 2024
Stocks will rise in 2025, predict four-fifths of advisors

Post-election poll unpacks expectations around the S&P 500, odds of a correction, and strategies to navigate market risks.

By Leo Almazora
Fidelity to move RIA clients' sweep balances to in-house product
NEWS RIAS NOV 26, 2024
Fidelity to move RIA clients' sweep balances to in-house product

"Cash options are in use because people don't know that there's a better option," one fintech CEO said.

By Josh Welsh
40-year-old Boston BD closes doors after losing investor complaint
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 26, 2024
40-year-old Boston BD closes doors after losing investor complaint

Ages Financial Services had about 60 financial advisors registered under its roof.

By Bruce Kelly
Citi taps BlackRock alum Kate Moore as wealth CIO
NEWS WIREHOUSES NOV 26, 2024
Citi taps BlackRock alum Kate Moore as wealth CIO

The financial industry veteran will be taking over a broad mandate, including developing investment strategies and overseeing multiple groups across Citi's wealth business.

By Leo Almazora
Former Wells Fargo exec Brendan Krebs emerges at PNC
NEWS WIREHOUSES NOV 26, 2024
Former Wells Fargo exec Brendan Krebs emerges at PNC

The 25-year industry veteran previously in charge of the Wall Street bank's advisor recruitment efforts is now fulfilling a similar role at a rival firm.

By Leo Almazora
Trio of advisors switch for 'Happier' times at LPL Financial
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 26, 2024
Trio of advisors switch for 'Happier' times at LPL Financial

Former Northwestern Mutual advisors join firm for independence.

By Steve Randall
Indie $8B RIA adds further leadership talent amid growth drive
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 26, 2024
Indie $8B RIA adds further leadership talent amid growth drive

Executives from LPL Financial, Cresset Partners hired for key roles.

By Steve Randall
Ken Leech formally charged by SEC, US Attorney's Office
NEWS MUTUAL FUNDS NOV 25, 2024
Ken Leech formally charged by SEC, US Attorney's Office

For several years, Leech allegedly favored some clients in trade allocations, at the cost of others, amounting to $600 million, according to the Department of Justice.

By Emile Hallez
CI Financial sale: The writing was on the wall, sources say
NEWS RIAS NOV 25, 2024
CI Financial sale: The writing was on the wall, sources say

“This is not an enormous surprise. The equity of the firm was materially undervalued by the public market,” one banker said.

By Bruce Kelly
Warren Buffett highlights downsides of dynasty wealth, donates another $1.1B
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 25, 2024
Warren Buffett highlights downsides of dynasty wealth, donates another $1.1B

The Oracle of Omaha speaks out on the challenges of managing his fabulous fortune while dispensing sage advice on philanthropy and multigenerational planning.

By Leo Almazora
Will 24-hour trading keep financial advisors up all night?
NEWS EQUITIES NOV 25, 2024
Will 24-hour trading keep financial advisors up all night?

Wealth managers weigh the pros and cons of the NYSE's recent decision to extend trading hours.

By Gregg Greenberg