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Big tech disappoints, Nasdaq futures slip
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 20, 2023
Big tech disappoints, Nasdaq futures slip

Tesla and Netflix results were weaker than investors were expecting

By Bloomberg
Blackstone set to become first-ever $1T PE firm
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 20, 2023
Blackstone set to become first-ever $1T PE firm

The private equity giant reports its results Thursday

By Bloomberg
BlackRock slammed for appointing oil firm CEO to board
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 20, 2023
BlackRock slammed for appointing oil firm CEO to board

NYC comptroller says the asset manager's shareholders 'expect climate-competent, not climate-conflicted, directors.'

By Bloomberg
RIAs leaned on organic growth to weather 2022, Schwab study shows
RIAS JUL 20, 2023
RIAs leaned on organic growth to weather 2022, Schwab study shows

In the latest RIA Benchmarking Study, growth supplanted the pursuit of talent as the top priority for most advisory firms.

By Jeff Benjamin
Investment advisor numbers escalate while ideas for stronger oversight remain stuck
RIAS JUL 19, 2023
Investment advisor numbers escalate while ideas for stronger oversight remain stuck

Should the SEC turn to a third-party organization to help it increase the number of exams?

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Planning for the 40% of retirements that occur without warning
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 19, 2023
Planning for the 40% of retirements that occur without warning

Considering a range of scenarios and having different buckets of assets is helpful, advisors say.

By Emile Hallez
Schwab shuts down offices in five cities, merges more
RIAS JUL 19, 2023
Schwab shuts down offices in five cities, merges more

Large firms like Schwab typically occupy huge offices in prime, and expensive, downtown locations in large cities across the country.

By Bruce Kelly
Why investment banking deals should be part of your firm's tool kit
OPINION JUL 19, 2023
Why investment banking deals should be part of your firm's tool kit

Having a capital markets division in-house gives financial advisors the opportunity to access high-quality transactions for their clients.

By Michael Nessim
Understanding WhatsApp supervision
OPINION JUL 19, 2023
Understanding WhatsApp supervision

What financial services firms need to know about the risks of scraping software versus the benefits of an API-based integration.

By Bill Simpson
Goldman profit hit by real estate markdowns, dealmaking slump
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 19, 2023
Goldman profit hit by real estate markdowns, dealmaking slump

The firm's earnings fell 58% during the second quarter, while its return on equity slid to 4% — the worst among top US banks. 

By Bloomberg
Schwab Charitable donors give record amount despite rocky market
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 19, 2023
Schwab Charitable donors give record amount despite rocky market

Its donors surpassed 1 million individual grants to charities for the first time in the organization’s history, Schwab said.

By Gregg Greenberg
Capturing more wallet share with cash
OPINION JUL 19, 2023
Capturing more wallet share with cash

Yields on cash offerings are higher in current market conditions, a trend that has attracted investors' attention.

By Max Lane
LPL furthers commitment to more inclusive financial services industry
BROKER DEALERS JUL 19, 2023
LPL furthers commitment to more inclusive financial services industry

The firm has given its support to the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the LGBTQ+ advisor business community.

By Steve Randall
SageView Advisory acquires $5B Retirement Benefits Group
RIAS JUL 19, 2023
SageView Advisory acquires $5B Retirement Benefits Group

The San Diego institutional retirement plan consulting group RBG also has a growing wealth management business.

By Steve Randall
Capital Group expands financial wellness coaching program
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 19, 2023
Capital Group expands financial wellness coaching program

The investment manager is extending its partnership with Financial Finesse to support advisors and plan sponsors in helping participants achieve financial security.

By Steve Randall
Wall Street earnings, AI stocks push S&P 500 higher
EQUITIES JUL 19, 2023
Wall Street earnings, AI stocks push S&P 500 higher

But markets are still uncertain about Fed’s moves, with data inconclusive.

By Bloomberg
Hundreds invested $63M in real estate deals, but where's the cash?
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 19, 2023
Hundreds invested $63M in real estate deals, but where's the cash?

Crowdfunded investments in Atlanta and Miami real estate have allegedly disappeared with the property firm filing for bankruptcy.

By Bloomberg
Financial planning for a Hollywood strike
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 18, 2023
Financial planning for a Hollywood strike

Clients affected by the writers' and actors' strikes have different needs but could be out of work for some time.

By Emile Hallez
FPA rolls out welcome mat for alternative investments
RIAS JUL 18, 2023
FPA rolls out welcome mat for alternative investments

A partnership with the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association will help FPA members educate themselves and their clients about alternatives.

By Jeff Benjamin
Despite revenue dip, Merrill Lynch growth contributes to strong quarter for BofA
WIREHOUSES JUL 18, 2023
Despite revenue dip, Merrill Lynch growth contributes to strong quarter for BofA

Merrill Lynch client balances grow 8.4% year-over-year to surpass $3 trillion in the second quarter.

By Ryan W. Neal