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SVB Financial set to offload VC unit to Pinegrove affiliate
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 03, 2024
SVB Financial set to offload VC unit to Pinegrove affiliate

Brookfield and Sequoia Capital are backing the buyers.

By Bloomberg
How to get sales and compliance on the same page
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
How to get sales and compliance on the same page

There needs to be a healthy working relationship between the powers screaming 'Now!' and those saying, 'Not so fast!'

By Gregg Greenberg
Want to go RIA with annuities? Here’s where to start
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
Want to go RIA with annuities? Here’s where to start

Ditching your legacy annuities when going independent used to be commonplace but there are now more options, says industry insiders.

By Josh Welsh
A look at Schwab's TD migration, 8 months in
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
A look at Schwab's TD migration, 8 months in

The company says it has been working to make former TD RIA clients happy, but smaller alternative custodians say they've been getting a lot of business.

By Emile Hallez
Where will RIA buying be strongest in the next year?
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAY 02, 2024
Where will RIA buying be strongest in the next year?

Inaugural M&A research reveals which wealth firm segment looks sweetest for dealmakers, aggregators, lenders, and consultants.

By Leo Almazora
Barred Texas broker sold GPB fund without a license: SEC
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES MAY 02, 2024
Barred Texas broker sold GPB fund without a license: SEC

"The only way to really address recidivism is through bringing criminal cases," one attorney said.

By Bruce Kelly
RFG welcomes former Edward Jones advisor in North Carolina
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
RFG welcomes former Edward Jones advisor in North Carolina

The breakaway advisor with 20 years of industry experience is launching his own practice for business owners and high-net-worth individuals.

By Leo Almazora
Big asset managers silent over ESG backlash
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
Big asset managers silent over ESG backlash

Regulatory uncertainty, performance, and politicization has discouraged some advisors and fund shops.

By Emile Hallez
Bluerock invests in Townsend for private wealth expansion as Aon sells firm
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
Bluerock invests in Townsend for private wealth expansion as Aon sells firm

Alternative asset manager and investment firm will target wealthy individuals.

By Steve Randall
Most people overvalue their time, underestimate their retirement savings
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
Most people overvalue their time, underestimate their retirement savings

Empower study reveals people’s perceptions are often way out.

By Steve Randall
Investors are impatient, they want big earnings
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
Investors are impatient, they want big earnings

Lacklustre results from corporates wont cut it after stock rally.

By Bloomberg
World economic outlook looks better, avoids stagflation
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
World economic outlook looks better, avoids stagflation

OECD says inflation should prove less of a problem for many economies.

By Bloomberg
Why global money is buying Hong Kong stocks right now
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
Why global money is buying Hong Kong stocks right now

Fed's interest rate decision has further fueled Hang Seng Index.

By Bloomberg
Does bitcoin slump suggest trouble ahead in global markets?
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 02, 2024
Does bitcoin slump suggest trouble ahead in global markets?

Crypto 'canary' may signal future shocks.

By Bloomberg
LPL shares hit fresh high after strong earnings
ADVISOR NEWS INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAY 01, 2024
LPL shares hit fresh high after strong earnings

"Recruiting is as strong as ever" at LPL, one analyst noted.

By Bruce Kelly
If the Fed cut rates in the forest, would advisors notice?
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 01, 2024
If the Fed cut rates in the forest, would advisors notice?

Despite all the conversation and consternation on Wall Street, the Fed has not moved interest rates since last July.

By Gregg Greenberg
How much are parents willing to cover for their kids’ college?
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 01, 2024
How much are parents willing to cover for their kids’ college?

Northwestern Mutual poll reveals their expectations around splitting education costs, as well as Americans’ broader financial preparedness.

By Leo Almazora
Lack of progress on inflation forces hawkish Fed hold
INVESTING FIXED INCOME MAY 01, 2024
Lack of progress on inflation forces hawkish Fed hold

Policymakers at the US central bank raise fresh concerns around price pressures.

By Bloomberg
Sanctuary obtains tru Independence in Oregon
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS MAY 01, 2024
Sanctuary obtains tru Independence in Oregon

The fast-growing RIA giant is bolstering its appeal to breakaway advisors as it absorbs a $12.5B wealth advisory network.

By Leo Almazora
JP Morgan data breach hits 451,000 retirement plan members
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION MAY 01, 2024
JP Morgan data breach hits 451,000 retirement plan members

The financial services giant reported a years-long system failure that exposed names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and other sensitive info.

By Leo Almazora