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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
CI Financial agrees to take-private deal valuing firm at $8.7B
NEWS RIAS NOV 25, 2024
CI Financial agrees to take-private deal valuing firm at $8.7B

The financial giant once known for its aggressive US acquisition strategy is now being snapped up by a Middle Eastern sovereign wealth manager.

By Leo Almazora
Summit Financial scores $420M in assets with triple acquisition
NEWS RIAS NOV 25, 2024
Summit Financial scores $420M in assets with triple acquisition

The RIA giant's latest equity partnerships give it new footholds in North Carolina, Wisconsin and the Tri-State area.

By Leo Almazora
SEC financial remedies totaled record $8.2B in FY24, most of it from one fraud
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 25, 2024
SEC financial remedies totaled record $8.2B in FY24, most of it from one fraud

The agency also received highest number of tips, complaints, and referrals.

By Steve Randall
Hollywood, sports collectibles auction plan led to $6.1M investment fraud
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 25, 2024
Hollywood, sports collectibles auction plan led to $6.1M investment fraud

Nevada man fled the US but was arrested and has now pleaded guilty.

By Steve Randall
'I’ll never recommend bitcoin,' advisor insists
NEWS ALTERNATIVES NOV 22, 2024
'I’ll never recommend bitcoin,' advisor insists

Pro-bitcoin professionals, however, say the cryptocurrency has ushered in change.

By Josh Welsh
LPL raises target for advisors’ bonuses for first time in a decade
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 22, 2024
LPL raises target for advisors’ bonuses for first time in a decade

“LPL has evolved significantly over the last decade and still wants to scale up,” says one industry executive.

By Bruce Kelly
What do older Americans have to say about long-term care?
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 22, 2024
What do older Americans have to say about long-term care?

Survey findings from the Nationwide Retirement Institute offers pearls of planning wisdom from 60- to 65-year-olds, as well as insights into concerns.

By Leo Almazora
Broker was barred, then allegedly siphoned cash from senior’s account
NEWS BROKER DEALERS NOV 22, 2024
Broker was barred, then allegedly siphoned cash from senior’s account

“After learning about a bad actor who is barred, the securities industry should have a responsibility to put clients on notice,” one lawyer said.

By Bruce Kelly