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Robinhood distances sports sponsorships strategy from prediction markets
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 01, 2026
Robinhood distances sports sponsorships strategy from prediction markets

As Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing drives Robinhood-sponsored cars to the top of the NASCAR standings, fans can also use Robinhood's app to wager on race outcomes and other sporting events.

By Andrew Cohen
February-March tax refund surge could offset consumer angst – for now
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
February-March tax refund surge could offset consumer angst – for now

Bigger average refunds and a shift toward direct deposit are changing when cash hits checking accounts, with potential spillovers into spring spending data.

By Leo Almazora
RIA moves: Cerity plants Tennessee stake with Covenant Partners deal
RIA NEWS APR 01, 2026
RIA moves: Cerity plants Tennessee stake with Covenant Partners deal

Elsewhere, Carson Group bolstered its presence in Washington while Integrated adds a $600 million Ameriprise team in Denver.

By Leo Almazora
 Americans' fears over retirement healthcare costs outpace planning
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
Americans' fears over retirement healthcare costs outpace planning

New D.A. Davidson survey shows most households worried about medical bills in retirement – but few have run the numbers.

By Leo Almazora
Americans boost retirement savings target to $1.46M as anxiety over shortfalls intensifies
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
Americans boost retirement savings target to $1.46M as anxiety over shortfalls intensifies

Higher ‘magic number’ reflects inflation, longevity and rising uncertainty about retirement security.

By Steve Randall
IRS reports 4 million children enrolled in ‘Trump Accounts’ as $1,000 pilot expands
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE APR 01, 2026
IRS reports 4 million children enrolled in ‘Trump Accounts’ as $1,000 pilot expands

Government-backed savings program gains early traction with strong family participation

By Steve Randall
DOL’s new 401(k) proposal hailed as step towards ‘fairer’ retirement system
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
DOL’s new 401(k) proposal hailed as step towards ‘fairer’ retirement system

Private markets have remained out of reach for the average American saver until now, says Daniel Cahill, head of U.S. defined contribution at asset manager Partners Group.

By James Rogers
No more silos! Why life insurance and annuities are joining the same conversation
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 01, 2026
No more silos! Why life insurance and annuities are joining the same conversation

As advisors shift from a product‑centric mindset to one focused on client outcomes, they’ve become more open to bringing annuities and life insurance into a single, integrated planning conversation.

By Gregg Greenberg
Fixed income is back, but the role of bonds is evolving
EXPERT ADVICE APR 01, 2026
Fixed income is back, but the role of bonds is evolving

Fixed income is delivering yield again, but its real value lies in how advisors rethink its role in managing risk, income, and portfolio balance

By Brian Kovack, Esq.
Federal court cuts Holmes sentence after finding no investor suffered hardship
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 31, 2026
Federal court cuts Holmes sentence after finding no investor suffered hardship

The investors' own paperwork worked against them in the sentence reduction ruling

How women are redefining modern philanthropy
OPINION MAR 31, 2026
How women are redefining modern philanthropy

Women are moving charitable giving from reactive donations to intentional, values-led strategies that tie impact to tax planning, legacy goals, and measurable outcomes.

By Laura Combs
Advisor moves: UBS nabs Arkansas-based rainmaker from Merrill
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAR 31, 2026
Advisor moves: UBS nabs Arkansas-based rainmaker from Merrill

Meanwhile, Wells Fargo's FiNet welcomes a $300 million pair from Private Advisor Group, and Raymond James reels in another veteran advisor from Commonwealth.

By Leo Almazora
Kestra continues to nab recruiters from inside LPL
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAR 31, 2026
Kestra continues to nab recruiters from inside LPL

InvestmentNews reported in February that Kestra was beefing up its group of recruiters.

By Bruce Kelly
What are advisors telling clients as Social Security becomes less secure?
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 31, 2026
What are advisors telling clients as Social Security becomes less secure?

Rising interest rates are not helping Uncle Sam's budget woes. Should retirees worry about their Social Security payments?

By Gregg Greenberg
RIA moves: Savant hails M&A milestone with $6B+ double-deal reveal
RIA NEWS MAR 31, 2026
RIA moves: Savant hails M&A milestone with $6B+ double-deal reveal

Meanwhile, Mercer Advisors deepens its New England reach with a $1.5 billion Portsmouth-based firm.

By Leo Almazora
FINRA launches threat-sharing portal for cyber and fraud intelligence
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAR 31, 2026
FINRA launches threat-sharing portal for cyber and fraud intelligence

The self-regulator says the opt-in hub will help firms swap indicators of compromise and fraud signals faster as losses keep climbing.

By Leo Almazora
EP Wealth expansion, RFG majority deal highlight alternate paths in RIA M&A surge
RIA NEWS MAR 31, 2026
EP Wealth expansion, RFG majority deal highlight alternate paths in RIA M&A surge

Regional scale and succession solutions emerge as defining themes in wealth deals.

By Steve Randall
Warren slams DOL’s proposed 401(k) changes but CSSR hits back
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAR 31, 2026
Warren slams DOL’s proposed 401(k) changes but CSSR hits back

Senator’s comments dismissed as ‘disappointing’ by advocacy group.

By Steve Randall
Gen Z turns to parents as Americans reshape financial goals, Wells Fargo study finds
WIREHOUSES MAR 31, 2026
Gen Z turns to parents as Americans reshape financial goals, Wells Fargo study finds

Entrepreneurship rises, AI use grows, and family support strains finances across generations.

By Steve Randall
Private credit isn’t breaking. It’s being tested.
EXPERT ADVICE MAR 31, 2026
Private credit isn’t breaking. It’s being tested.

In this article, Chris Vizzi explains why redemption queues, software exposure, and negative headlines reflect liquidity mechanics and sentiment more than broad solvency issues.

By Chris Vizzi, CFP®