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Wirehouse sacks staff after investigating allegations of faking work
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 13, 2024
Wirehouse sacks staff after investigating allegations of faking work

More than a dozen staffers fired over alleged 'simulation of keyboard activity,' according to Finra disclosures.

By Bloomberg
M&A on a tear, and women advisors going solo, IN study shows
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 13, 2024
M&A on a tear, and women advisors going solo, IN study shows

Valuations are up to 10 times EBITDA, and women are most highly represented in the industry in solo firms, the data show.

By Emile Hallez
SEC says firm, founder lost or spent $3M of investors' money in fraud
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 13, 2024
SEC says firm, founder lost or spent $3M of investors' money in fraud

The agency's action is alongside criminal charges by New Jersey’s state attorney.

By Steve Randall
Bond traders unconvinced the Fed will only cut once
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 13, 2024
Bond traders unconvinced the Fed will only cut once

Markets believe data still suggests additional changes.

By Bloomberg
JPMorgan sees AI early-adopters' advantage for companies
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 13, 2024
JPMorgan sees AI early-adopters' advantage for companies

Those that use transformative tech could be see next investment surge.

By Bloomberg
Musk says shareholders hugely in favor of his $56B Tesla pay
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 13, 2024
Musk says shareholders hugely in favor of his $56B Tesla pay

He also said they back the firm's move to Texas.

By Bloomberg
Asset managers to square off at global chess championship
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Asset managers to square off at global chess championship

Representatives from Goldman Sachs and BlackRock are clashing with other blue-chip firms to see who can capture victory in the 64 squares.

By Leo Almazora
Nine-tenths of parents value college, but less than half ready for the first tuition payment
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Nine-tenths of parents value college, but less than half ready for the first tuition payment

Survey unravels diverse approaches to paying for college, including 529 accounts, student loans, and dipping into retirement savings.

By Leo Almazora
Coldstream broadens its capabilities with new risk planning division
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Coldstream broadens its capabilities with new risk planning division

The new unit’s risk and insurance capabilities will be integrated with the Seattle-based independents tax and wealth management services.

By Leo Almazora
New report projects $31T wealth transfer among world’s richest by 2033
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
New report projects $31T wealth transfer among world’s richest by 2033

The report offers a generational and geographic breakdown of the trend, as well as crucial shifts in drivers and motivators for inheritance.

By Leo Almazora
Federal Reserve reveals June rate decision
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Federal Reserve reveals June rate decision

Central bank signals new speed of cuts as it adjusts language in its post-meeting statement.

By Bloomberg
Equitable Advisors welcomes $326M advisor pair from Truist
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Equitable Advisors welcomes $326M advisor pair from Truist

Based in Virginia, the veteran advisors each bring over 20 years of experience as they join the wealth management giant.

By Leo Almazora
Summit Trail goes national with $3B high-end team
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Summit Trail goes national with $3B high-end team

The team, formerly with BNP Paribas/Bank of the West, includes 10 seasoned professionals from across the US.

By Leo Almazora
Sequoia taps industry veteran Chris Thom for new C-suite role
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Sequoia taps industry veteran Chris Thom for new C-suite role

The multibillion-dollar RIA’s latest executive hire will play a key role in enhancing its business partnership and marketing strategies.

By Leo Almazora
More than half of widowed women staggered by financial woes
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
More than half of widowed women staggered by financial woes

New national poll of bereaved women reveals a “tremendous financial burden,” particularly for those who weren’t prepared.

By Leo Almazora
Broad cooling of inflation brings more hope for Fed rate cuts
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Broad cooling of inflation brings more hope for Fed rate cuts

May data show second straight monthly slowdown in key CPI metric in positive surprise for policymakers.

By Bloomberg
Private capital managers see RIA channel as key growth area
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Private capital managers see RIA channel as key growth area

Senior investment strategist at $50B Churchill Asset Management shares insights.

By Steve Randall
Wealthspire Advisors adds former BofA portfolio manager to growing team
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Wealthspire Advisors adds former BofA portfolio manager to growing team

Industry veteran joins the firm in the New York, South Florida markets.

By Steve Randall
Big day for US data, world markets mixed in early trade
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Big day for US data, world markets mixed in early trade

Fed to announce rates decision, CPI data ahead.

By Bloomberg
Global oil markets headed for major surplus, IEA says
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS JUN 12, 2024
Global oil markets headed for major surplus, IEA says

Agency says US-led production surge could weigh on prices.

By Bloomberg