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Catchlight eases chase to catch prospects
FINTECH DEC 13, 2023
Catchlight eases chase to catch prospects

The AI-powered tool is helping advisors save time by assessing potential leads.

By Josh Welsh
Arkadios adds two firms from Triad
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS DEC 13, 2023
Arkadios adds two firms from Triad

Atlanta-based Peachtree Wealth Advisors and Arizona-based RBG Capital have combined assets totaling more than $600 million.

By InvestmentNews
DOL hearing parses intersection of ‘best interest’ and annuity sales
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 13, 2023
DOL hearing parses intersection of ‘best interest’ and annuity sales

'It’s crystal clear for the prospective client that the insurance producer is selling,' says an insurance industry representative.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Merrill again faces client complaint over yields on cash
WIREHOUSES DEC 13, 2023
Merrill again faces client complaint over yields on cash

Merrill has consistently been the brokerage firm paying the lowest rates on swept cash, according to a suit filed by Merrill Edge client.

By Bruce Kelly
Fed opens the door to rate cuts
FIXED INCOME DEC 13, 2023
Fed opens the door to rate cuts

After a relentless stock rally, central bank makes its final policy announcement of 2023.

By InvestmentNews
Citi offers to pay partial bonuses to encourage departures
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS DEC 13, 2023
Citi offers to pay partial bonuses to encourage departures

The bank's offers to a limited number of staff are part of the Wall Street giant's continued restructuring efforts.

By Bloomberg
Young Americans not yet saving for retirement, they have other priorities for their dollars
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 13, 2023
Young Americans not yet saving for retirement, they have other priorities for their dollars

Edward Jones shares insights from financial advisors about young adult clients.

By Steve Randall
House passes bill to halt 'bureaucratic' agency rulemaking
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION DEC 12, 2023
House passes bill to halt 'bureaucratic' agency rulemaking

The legislation is unlikely to get the president's signature, and it probably couldn't stop the DOL's fiduciary rule.

By Emile Hallez
3 things to consider when selecting a niche
OPINION DEC 12, 2023
3 things to consider when selecting a niche

Devise a strategy to help you capture business from a market segment you want to serve.

By Kristine McManus
Is it finally time to shelve recession fears?
OPINION DEC 12, 2023
Is it finally time to shelve recession fears?

Of the US economy's three options — soft landing, recession or reacceleration — the first seems the most likely.

By J. Brian Henderson
Industry opponents call on DOL to withdraw retirement advice proposal
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 12, 2023
Industry opponents call on DOL to withdraw retirement advice proposal

On day one of public hearing, critics argue potential new measure will alienate some clients and is 'overbroad, unnecessary and inconsistent.'

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Why TAMPs are ‘a powerful tool’ for advisors
TAMPS DEC 12, 2023
Why TAMPs are ‘a powerful tool’ for advisors

Advisor says TAMPs are like ‘a spectrum with dozens of capabilities’ at final RIA Lab event for 2023.

By Josh Welsh
Wells Fargo Advisors highlights bump in  compensation for $1M producers
ALTERNATIVES DEC 12, 2023
Wells Fargo Advisors highlights bump in compensation for $1M producers

The wirehouse is emphasizing better pay for advisors who sell alternative investments and offer loans to clients.

By Bruce Kelly
Atria Wealth attracts $350M firm from Osaic's Securities America
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS DEC 12, 2023
Atria Wealth attracts $350M firm from Osaic's Securities America

New affiliate offers employers retirement plans and investments in multiple states.

By Steve Randall
Private equity investors positive on AI, SEC's private funds rules
FINTECH DEC 12, 2023
Private equity investors positive on AI, SEC's private funds rules

LPs are using the technology more and also keen to invest in AI firms.

By Steve Randall
How recent tech trends are affecting wealth management
OPINION DEC 11, 2023
How recent tech trends are affecting wealth management

Wealthtech trends have a big impact on the overall wealth management industry — and how wealth managers serve and engage with clients.

By Bobby Powell
Fiduciaries must show they can serve Main Street investors to win DOL rule debate
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION DEC 11, 2023
Fiduciaries must show they can serve Main Street investors to win DOL rule debate

'They’re making x dollars in a brokerage account,' says advisor. 'Just charge the client x but give them fiduciary advice for that x.'

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
More Wells Fargo execs follow Kowach to startup
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS DEC 11, 2023
More Wells Fargo execs follow Kowach to startup

Launched over the summer, &Partners is replete with executives from Wells Fargo Advisors.

By Bruce Kelly
Goldman revamps private credit leadership
ALTERNATIVES DEC 11, 2023
Goldman revamps private credit leadership

The firm is focusing more resources on the sector as it seeks to double the size of its business.

By Bloomberg
High-net-worth individuals and families have worrying gaps in their financial security
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 11, 2023
High-net-worth individuals and families have worrying gaps in their financial security

New report shows lack of protection for possessions, data and reputation.

By Steve Randall