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SEC proposal would require brokers, advisors to remediate conflicts related to use of AI
ADVISOR NEWS FINTECH JUL 26, 2023
SEC proposal would require brokers, advisors to remediate conflicts related to use of AI

SEC Chair Gary Gensler says investors deserve to be protected but a critic argues proposal shows 'hostility toward technology.'

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
How communicating expectations makes a good advisor
ADVISOR NEWS OPINION JUL 26, 2023
How communicating expectations makes a good advisor

It's up to us to let our clients know from the start about the services we will and won't provide, so they'll stick with us during market cycles.

By Scott Hanson
Social media's impact on investing
ADVISOR NEWS OPINION JUL 26, 2023
Social media's impact on investing

The uncertain economic environment means the general public can benefit from the experience of a good financial advisor, rather than getting their investment ideas from TikTok or YouTube.

By Kelvin Cheng
Finra fines LPL $3M for failing to detect wire transfers that harmed clients
ADVISOR NEWS INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 26, 2023
Finra fines LPL $3M for failing to detect wire transfers that harmed clients

One broker used client funds to pay expenses, while another used client cash to buy real estate.

By Bruce Kelly
Our next moon goal — the best for the world
ADVISOR NEWS OPINION JUL 26, 2023
Our next moon goal — the best for the world

InvestmentNews board member Dr. Benjamin Akande, a distinguished economist, shares an inspiring message.

By Dr. Benjamin Akande
Are you asking your partner firms these 5 questions?
ADVISOR NEWS OPINION JUL 26, 2023
Are you asking your partner firms these 5 questions?

Both clients and advisors are seeking assurance that solutions implemented today will remain effective and achievable in the future.

By Philip E. Caminiti
"Our glass is half empty" — why your clients are worried
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 26, 2023
"Our glass is half empty" — why your clients are worried

It's not just older workers who are concerned about their ability to save for retirement.

By Matthew Sellers
iCapital launches new portfolio construction tool
INVESTING ALTERNATIVES JUL 26, 2023
iCapital launches new portfolio construction tool

Architect aims to make alts a core element of portfolios rather than a satellite component.

By Ryan W. Neal
Fed set to hike rates to 22-year high today, experts give their views
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 26, 2023
Fed set to hike rates to 22-year high today, experts give their views

The Federal Reserve will make the announcement at 2 p.m. ET and markets are expecting another increase.

By Steve Randall
Osaic gains $250M advisor team, its first since rebrand from Advisor Group
ADVISOR NEWS INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 26, 2023
Osaic gains $250M advisor team, its first since rebrand from Advisor Group

The firm has welcomed a team from Walnut Creek, California, that was previously with Cetera Advisors.

By Steve Randall
Federal prosecutors charge billionaire with insider trading
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 26, 2023
Federal prosecutors charge billionaire with insider trading

86-year-old British soccer club owner indicted in New York.

By Bloomberg
LPL acquiring California broker-dealer with 260 advisors
ADVISOR NEWS INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 25, 2023
LPL acquiring California broker-dealer with 260 advisors

Crown Capital CEO Darol Paulsen says shared philosophy with LPL will help its advisors spend more time with clients.

By Bruce Kelly
Deadline set for broker-dealer merger with SPAC
ADVISOR NEWS INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 25, 2023
Deadline set for broker-dealer merger with SPAC

The deal between broker-dealer aggregator Wentworth and Kingswood SPAC must be completed by late November.

By Bruce Kelly
AdvicePay hires new CEO to succeed Alan Moore
RIAS RIA NEWS JUL 25, 2023
AdvicePay hires new CEO to succeed Alan Moore

The payment platform brings on fintech veteran Alex Sauickie, who plans to help expand services to banks and broker-dealers.

By Jeff Benjamin
Savvy launches fully integrated AI platform for advisors
ADVISOR NEWS FINTECH JUL 25, 2023
Savvy launches fully integrated AI platform for advisors

The platform automates processes such as new account onboarding, portfolio recommendations, and personalized financial planning.

By Steve Randall
Awaiting the Fed: Traders cautious ahead of rate decision
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 25, 2023
Awaiting the Fed: Traders cautious ahead of rate decision

Earnings are also in sharp focus as more of the world's largest corporations reveal results.

By Bloomberg
Morgan Stanley files for next round of ETFs
ADVISOR NEWS WIREHOUSES JUL 24, 2023
Morgan Stanley files for next round of ETFs

The firm is launching three fixed-income exchange-traded funds bearing the Eaton Vance name, in addition to a Parametric ETF.

By Bloomberg
Ex-UBS wealth chief Tom Naratil joins Lightyear Capital
RIAS RIA NEWS JUL 24, 2023
Ex-UBS wealth chief Tom Naratil joins Lightyear Capital

Naratil, a 39-year veteran of UBS, last fall stepped down from his senior roles at the wirehouse.

By Bruce Kelly
Cetera sees 9% of Securian advisors bolt after acquisition
ADVISOR NEWS INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 24, 2023
Cetera sees 9% of Securian advisors bolt after acquisition

Meanwhile, Cetera is offering tailored retention bonuses to Securian advisors who manage offices.

By Bruce Kelly
In surprise announcement, IRS says it will stop unannounced tax visits
ADVISOR NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 24, 2023
In surprise announcement, IRS says it will stop unannounced tax visits

Knock, knock, who’s there? Not the IRS anymore — at least not without an appointment.

By Matthew Sellers