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Empower partners with Allianz Life for first fixed index annuity
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 05, 2024
Empower partners with Allianz Life for first fixed index annuity

The retirement plan giant is giving millions of customers access to its latest guaranteed lifetime income offering through its managed account programs.

By Leo Almazora
Raymond James’ Paul Reilly sells shares as he heads for the exit
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS DEC 05, 2024
Raymond James’ Paul Reilly sells shares as he heads for the exit

"The company has reached new highs by every measure under his leadership,” one recruiter said.

By Bruce Kelly
Orion taps Envestnet vet Chris Shutler as head of strategy
FINTECH DEC 05, 2024
Orion taps Envestnet vet Chris Shutler as head of strategy

Meanwhile, Orion's former COO and wealth division president has emerged to become CEO of wealth technology consultancy firm F2 strategy.

By Leo Almazora
Donald Trump taps ex-SEC commissioner Atkins as next chair
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION DEC 04, 2024
Donald Trump taps ex-SEC commissioner Atkins as next chair

The president-elect's nominee, whose regulatory stance contrasts sharply with outgoing SEC Chair Gary Gensler, drew cheers from voices in the crypto and investment industries.

By Leo Almazora
In a win for investors, GPB, at last, to move into receivership.
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS DEC 04, 2024
In a win for investors, GPB, at last, to move into receivership.

“This is progress for GPB investors and their financial advisors," said one senior brokerage executive.

By Bruce Kelly
Voya taps Orion for new advisor tech platform
FINTECH DEC 04, 2024
Voya taps Orion for new advisor tech platform

The new partnership promises a unified experience that integrates in-plan and retail solutions with financial planning and other capabilities for Voya's advisor business.

By Leo Almazora
Sound Income Group's David Scranton talks 'eternal income' and retirement planning
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 03, 2024
Sound Income Group's David Scranton talks 'eternal income' and retirement planning

Veteran financial advisor and bestselling author David Scranton offers income-generation strategies for those near or in retirement.

By Gregg Greenberg
LPL welcomes back $250M experienced advisor from Centaurus
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS DEC 03, 2024
LPL welcomes back $250M experienced advisor from Centaurus

After a years-long period of growth, the Arizona-based boomerang advisor based in Arizona is "coming home" to the broker-dealer giant.

By Leo Almazora
Many Americans feel debt pressures weighing on retirement prospects
RETIREMENT PLANNING DEC 02, 2024
Many Americans feel debt pressures weighing on retirement prospects

More than one in two survey respondents working on debt repayments to meet long-term goals, while three-fifths feel overwhelmed by competing financial priorities.

By Leo Almazora
Dave Ramsey’s texts pitching financial education at center of 'do-not-call' lawsuit.
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION DEC 02, 2024
Dave Ramsey’s texts pitching financial education at center of 'do-not-call' lawsuit.

Ramsey Solutions’ unsolicited text messages allegedly caused the plaintiff “actual harm."

By Bruce Kelly
SEC alum Paul Atkins reportedly on tap to succeed Gary Gensler
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION DEC 02, 2024
SEC alum Paul Atkins reportedly on tap to succeed Gary Gensler

The former commissioner and veteran regulator has emerged as a leading candidate to chair the agency under Trump, sources say.

By Leo Almazora
LPL cements cybersecurity commitment with C-suite hire
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS DEC 02, 2024
LPL cements cybersecurity commitment with C-suite hire

A veteran of Paypal, the broker-dealer giant's latest executive appointment brings a track record of building industry-leading security solutions.

By Leo Almazora
What financial realities are retirees facing post-pandemic?
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 27, 2024
What financial realities are retirees facing post-pandemic?

New retirement research unpacks insights on savings, health, Social Security, and long-term care among retired adults.

By Leo Almazora
BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street sued in Republican anti-ESG action
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION NOV 27, 2024
BlackRock, Vanguard, and State Street sued in Republican anti-ESG action

Federal complaint filed in Texas court by a consortium of 11 states argues the fund giants used their market power to pressure energy companies and ultimately hurt consumers.

By Leo Almazora
Another InvestCloud veteran joins Communify Fincentric's C-suite
FINTECH NOV 27, 2024
Another InvestCloud veteran joins Communify Fincentric's C-suite

The fintech startup's latest executive hire will lead its efforts in building next-generation portals for clients and advisors while building a new foothold in Florida.

By Leo Almazora
Give millennials participation trophies for effort, author says
RIA NEWS 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
Morgan Stanley courted AML risks as it wooed wealthy clients, says WSJ report
WIREHOUSES NOV 26, 2024
Morgan Stanley courted AML risks as it wooed wealthy clients, says WSJ report

Amid its aggressive global push, lax procedures at the firm led to one-fourth of international accounts being flagged as high-risk for money laundering, according to a 2023 document.

By Leo Almazora
40-year-old Boston BD closes doors after losing investor complaint
INDEPENDENT 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
Annuity sales keep rocketing as FIA and RILA records propel growth
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 26, 2024
Annuity sales keep rocketing as FIA and RILA records propel growth

Latest Limra figures reveal 30 percent annual bump in total annuity sales for the third quarter, with double-digit increases across all product lines.

By Leo Almazora
Citi taps BlackRock alum Kate Moore as wealth CIO
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