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Generation Beta has arrived, planning for their financial future should start now
INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 02, 2025
Generation Beta has arrived, planning for their financial future should start now

The first American "Beta Babies" are set for very different lives to their parents.

By Steve Randall
Turnover at the top
RIAS JAN 01, 2025
Turnover at the top

2024 saw substantial turnover at the top of the financial advice industry; at least half-a-dozen CEOs were replaced or announced they were leaving

By Bruce Kelly
Rethinking Charitable Giving
OPINION DEC 24, 2024
Rethinking Charitable Giving

Here is how advisors can help make more money and experience greater meaning.

By Derrick Kinney
Social Security Fairness Act awaits Biden's approval
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 24, 2024
Social Security Fairness Act awaits Biden's approval

Two long-standing rules "detested" by millions of public-sector workers for the reductions they make to Social Security benefits may soon go away at a cost of $190 billion.

By Emile Hallez
That's a wrap for 2024
INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 24, 2024
That's a wrap for 2024

A few things that stand out in a unique and pivotal year are the fast pace of dealmaking, the rise of active ETFs, and a few regulations that are hitting a brick wall.

By Emile Hallez
Star Stifel broker in Miami at center of two more client complaints totaling $6M
BROKER DEALERS DEC 23, 2024
Star Stifel broker in Miami at center of two more client complaints totaling $6M

Stifel this fall lost a stunning $14.2 million arbitration claim linked to Chuck Roberts.

By Bruce Kelly
Wells Fargo, LPL paying $900K each over incomplete trading data to SEC
BROKER DEALERS DEC 20, 2024
Wells Fargo, LPL paying $900K each over incomplete trading data to SEC

The companies admitted the SEC's findings and made remedial efforts to fix their "blue sheet" transaction reporting, the regulator said.

By Emile Hallez
Edward Jones, Osaic, and Cambridge repaying $8.2M in mutual fund charges to clients
BROKER DEALERS DEC 20, 2024
Edward Jones, Osaic, and Cambridge repaying $8.2M in mutual fund charges to clients

Finra orders on Friday noted that the companies proactively corrected errors following exams in 2020 that found customers were not properly given rights of reinstatement for mutual fund share purchases.

By Emile Hallez
Leadership changes at Cetera as Taylor prepares for retirement
INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 20, 2024
Leadership changes at Cetera as Taylor prepares for retirement

Firm names wealth management successor and a new hire.

By Steve Randall
Is there still a chance of a Santa rally even with the current downbeat mood?
INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 20, 2024
Is there still a chance of a Santa rally even with the current downbeat mood?

Investors remain optimistic about stock market trajectory despite current fears.

By Steve Randall
Anger over health insurance could prompt shareholder action
ESG DEC 19, 2024
Anger over health insurance could prompt shareholder action

The targeted shooting and killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO sparked an outcry over health insurance practices. Shareholder advocates have pressed companies on ESG issues before, but not on claim denials.

By Emile Hallez
With two weeks to spare, RIA M&A activity hits new all-time high in 2024
RIAS DEC 19, 2024
With two weeks to spare, RIA M&A activity hits new all-time high in 2024

The latest figures from DeVoe & Company show consolidation hitting fever pitch, including the most-active ever quarter for deals.

By Leo Almazora
Cetera welcomes Citadel, Lighthouse to credit union partner network
INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 19, 2024
Cetera welcomes Citadel, Lighthouse to credit union partner network

The independent broker-dealer's latest tie-ups in the Northeast extend its reach in Philadelphia, New Hampshire, and Maine.

By Leo Almazora
What new RIAs should be prioritizing in 2025
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT DEC 19, 2024
What new RIAs should be prioritizing in 2025

From tech to a focus on client experience, here’s what new RIAs should be drilling down on.

By Josh Welsh
Captrust adds nearly $2B in assets in latest double-deal
RIAS DEC 19, 2024
Captrust adds nearly $2B in assets in latest double-deal

The private equity-backed RIA aggregator has expanded its footprint with two new acquisitions in Minnesota and Virginia.

By Leo Almazora
Orion set to snap up RIA tech provider Summit Wealth Systems
FINTECH DEC 19, 2024
Orion set to snap up RIA tech provider Summit Wealth Systems

The strategic acquisition, expected to close early next year, will also see 25-year fintech veteran Reed Colley take on a top leadership role.

By Leo Almazora
Edward Jones’ effort to go upscale means more – lots more – CFPs
INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 19, 2024
Edward Jones’ effort to go upscale means more – lots more – CFPs

“I would hang my hat on this if I were Edward Jones,” said one industry executive.

Concurrent taps OneDigital's David Montgomery to lead retirement business
RIAS DEC 19, 2024
Concurrent taps OneDigital's David Montgomery to lead retirement business

The hybrid RIA is going all in on the retirement plan advisory space with its latest veteran hire.

By Leo Almazora
How advisors can help clients navigate a divorce during the holidays
RIAS DEC 19, 2024
How advisors can help clients navigate a divorce during the holidays

Divorce during the holidays is tough enough. Financial advisors can help their clients make it easier.

By Gregg Greenberg
CFP Board floats changes to competency standards
INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 19, 2024
CFP Board floats changes to competency standards

The credential-granting body for financial professionals is proposing a raft of adjustments, including more CE hours and new rules to count work experience.

By Leo Almazora