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Attorney Schlichter preps new round of 401(k) suits
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 12, 2016
Attorney Schlichter preps new round of 401(k) suits

A pioneer in bringing lawsuits over retirement-plan fees is investigating several large plans, building on recent successes and a broader wave of litigation.

By Greg Iacurci
Key 2016 dates for retired clients
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 12, 2016
Key 2016 dates for retired clients

Make sure your clients comply with deadlines for taxes, Medicare, Social Security and retirement distributions.

By Mary Beth Franklin
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 12, 2016
Attorney Jerry Schlichter brings another class-action 401(k) suit

Hot on the heels of some big victories, law firm Schlichter Bogard & Denton has filed a new complaint alleging fiduciary breach under ERISA.

By Greg Iacurci
Fintech M&A climbs to $4B in 2015, data analytics may drive more deals in 2016
FINTECH JAN 12, 2016
Fintech M&A climbs to $4B in 2015, data analytics may drive more deals in 2016

Financial adviser technology M&A activity totaled nearly $4 billion in 2015, led by SS&C's blockbuster acquisition of Advent and marked by smaller deals for services ranging from financial planning software to robo-adviser technology.

By Alessandra Malito
Betterment catches up to Wealthfront in AUM as robo competition reaches boiling point
FINTECH JAN 12, 2016
Betterment catches up to Wealthfront in AUM as robo competition reaches boiling point

As the robo-adviser movement gains traction and giants such as Schwab and Vanguard flex their muscles in the space, competitors are trying to outmaneuver each other to survive.

By Alessandra Malito
EQUITIES JAN 11, 2016
Securitization makes a comeback

Breakfast with Benjamin: Securitization comes back and it's not all bad...Plus, how JPMorgan is positioned for rising rates, Deutsche Bank suspends currency traders, GM pays a dividend, and more minimum wage math.

By Jeff Benjamin
Gray divorce boosts poverty level for women
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 08, 2016
Gray divorce boosts poverty level for women

New Social Security rules will limit claiming options for ex-spouses.

By Mary Beth Franklin
The SEC has reduced the charges against SAC Capital's Steve Cohen
EQUITIES JAN 08, 2016
The SEC has reduced the charges against SAC Capital's Steve Cohen

<i>Breakfast with Benjamin</i>: SEC backs away from part of its charges, moving Steve Cohen a step closer to again managing outside capital.

By Jeff Benjamin
Cybersecurity solutions to weak passwords
FINTECH JAN 07, 2016
Cybersecurity solutions to weak passwords

As part of a strong cybersecurity policy, advisers need to pay more attention to stronger password, fingerprint scanners and other technologies to protect their data, especially as the Securities and Exchange Commission sets its sights on cybersecurity this year.

By Alessandra Malito
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 07, 2016
You may have to wait longer for your tax refund this year

Increased fraud protections in response to last year's explosion of refund theft will likely draw out the wait for your money.

By Bloomberg
Mobile work options impact RIA firms
FINTECH JAN 07, 2016
Mobile work options impact RIA firms

Allowing employees more flexibility and control over their work routines can lead to greater productivity and a long-tenured team.

By Sheryl Rowling
Under pressure, will Cetera advisers jump ship?
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JAN 07, 2016
Under pressure, will Cetera advisers jump ship?

Some are feeling skittish about their future prospects as parent company RCS Capital Corp. operates under an $800 million debt burden.

By Bruce Kelly
SEC proposes rule to cap use of derivatives in mutual funds
ETFS JAN 07, 2016
SEC proposes rule to cap use of derivatives in mutual funds

Rule limiting fund leverage represents one of the most aggressive responses by regulators to risks exposed during the 2008 financial crisis

By Bloomberg
FINTECH JAN 07, 2016
Microsoft Dynamics CRM program gets a face lift

Client-relationship management program Microsoft Dynamics announced upgrades on Monday, but some financial advisers say the platform is still not ready for the big leagues.

By Alessandra Malito
Morgan Stanley names operating chief as lead of 'digital offering'
FINTECH JAN 06, 2016
Morgan Stanley names operating chief as lead of 'digital offering'

As Morgan Stanley's head of wealth management, Greg Fleming, steps down, Jim Rosenthal, chief operating officer, is stepping up to take the reins of the firm's impending digital offering.

By Alessandra Malito
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 06, 2016
What to do with your 401(k) after you leave your job

Fees in 401(k)s and IRAs vary greatly &amp;mdash; and they could be silently killing your investment returns.

By Bloomberg
JPMorgan to pay more than $300M in settlement over wealth management conflicts
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JAN 06, 2016
JPMorgan to pay more than $300M in settlement over wealth management conflicts

Allegations include that the bank didn't disclose its preference for putting clients' money into its own investment products.

By Bloomberg
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JAN 06, 2016
Finra task force calls for higher arbitrator pay, greater transparency

Group also suggested a pool of arbitrators be trained to conduct expungement hearings, but didn't touch the mandatory aspect of arbitration.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
New Social Security service connects advisers, clients with filing experts
RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 06, 2016
New Social Security service connects advisers, clients with filing experts

Your clients have only a brief window to take advantage of certain Social Security claiming options under existing rules.

By Mary Beth Franklin
Morgan Stanley to cut 1,200 jobs, take $150M charge in the fourth quarter
WIREHOUSES JAN 06, 2016
Morgan Stanley to cut 1,200 jobs, take $150M charge in the fourth quarter

Cuts amounting to 25% of fixed-income trading staff plus reductions in infrastructure and support roles, result in $150M charge.

By Bloomberg