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Morningstar, Perplexity, and Plaid are reshaping how advisors research investments
ALTERNATIVES MAY 08, 2026
Morningstar, Perplexity, and Plaid are reshaping how advisors research investments

New AI integrations, which also includes intelligence from Pitchbook, is pushing advisor-grade investment data directly into the tools financial professionals already use.

By Leo Almazora
FINRA remains under pressure
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAY 08, 2026
FINRA remains under pressure

Congressional hearings in March laid bare the severe doubts some lawmakers in Washington have about FINRA, the giant self-regulatory organization that oversees the securities industry.

By Bruce Kelly
Judge halts advisor device searches in Ameriprise case over LPL 'bulk upload tool'
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAY 08, 2026
Judge halts advisor device searches in Ameriprise case over LPL 'bulk upload tool'

A federal judge will no longer require searches of advisors' personal devices in the recruiting dispute between Ameriprise and LPL Financial as the case moves to a FINRA arbitration hearing set for October.

By Andrew Cohen
States move to shut door on startup tax break expanded under Trump's OBBBA
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAY 08, 2026
States move to shut door on startup tax break expanded under Trump's OBBBA

A growing state revolt against the qualified small business stock exclusion – with Maine and Oregon joining the fray – has the potential to reshape tax planning for high-net-worth clients.

By Leo Almazora
As Trump Accounts near blastoff, questions around implementation continue to swirl
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAY 08, 2026
As Trump Accounts near blastoff, questions around implementation continue to swirl

With July 4 approaching fast and enrollment surging, advisors are being asked to guide clients through a program still taking shape.

By Leo Almazora
Wirehouse watch: Wells Fargo debuts AI-powered advisor platform
WIREHOUSES MAY 08, 2026
Wirehouse watch: Wells Fargo debuts AI-powered advisor platform

Meanwhile, UBS has restructured its Florida leadership with a J.P. Morgan veteran, and the UBS advisor drain continues with RBC nabbing a $542 million Philadelphia-area team.

By Leo Almazora
Advisors might not understand their compensation models – and it’s costing them
OPINION MAY 08, 2026
Advisors might not understand their compensation models – and it’s costing them

Between "hide the ball" tactics in discussions with support platforms and a lack of transparency on ancillary service expenses, there's a lot standing in the way of real transparency.

By James Spinelli
Advisor moves: Raymond James, Ameriprise add teams overseeing nearly $285M in assets
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAY 08, 2026
Advisor moves: Raymond James, Ameriprise add teams overseeing nearly $285M in assets

FNBO-backed recruits and a Boca Raton succession deal highlight continued advisor movement.

By Steve Randall
Retirement shocks, caregiving burdens test Americans’ financial readiness: SOA survey
RETIREMENT PLANNING MAY 08, 2026
Retirement shocks, caregiving burdens test Americans’ financial readiness: SOA survey

Survey finds many pre-retirees face inflation strain and lack plans for future care needs.

By Steve Randall
AI can analyze data but it can’t replace trust, says MassMutual wealth chief
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAY 08, 2026
AI can analyze data but it can’t replace trust, says MassMutual wealth chief

The firm’s Vaughn Bowman talks to InvestmentNews about disconnect between what clients say and do.

By Steve Randall
New York's budget deal introduces new second-home tax targeting luxury market
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAY 07, 2026
New York's budget deal introduces new second-home tax targeting luxury market

A new pied-à-terre surcharge aims to raise $500 million a year from the city's wealthiest property owners

Trump’s 10% global tariffs struck down by federal court in new blow to president’s policy
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAY 07, 2026
Trump’s 10% global tariffs struck down by federal court in new blow to president’s policy

Judges ruled Thursday that the across-the-board import duties exceeded presidential authority under US law.

By Steve Randall
Morgan Stanley survey finds founders balancing growth ambitions with tougher trade-offs
WIREHOUSES MAY 07, 2026
Morgan Stanley survey finds founders balancing growth ambitions with tougher trade-offs

Venture-backed founders cite liquidity pressures, AI demands and fundraising strain.

By Steve Randall
Addepar's ADX tackles 'swivel chair problem' for advisor data sources
TRANSFORMATION MAY 07, 2026
Addepar's ADX tackles 'swivel chair problem' for advisor data sources

Addepar's new ADX data exchange for advisors follows the company's May 2025 acquisition of AI workflow startup Arcus and its introduction earlier this year of an AI assistant platform named Addison.

By Andrew Cohen
New Jersey passes independent contractor rule putting advisor businesses at risk
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE MAY 07, 2026
New Jersey passes independent contractor rule putting advisor businesses at risk

With 65% of New Jersey advisors considering relocation, the state's ABC test for worker classification rule could reshape the local advice landscape.

By Leo Almazora
The SEC wants to let firms report twice a year. This is what it means for advisors
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAY 07, 2026
The SEC wants to let firms report twice a year. This is what it means for advisors

A six-month reporting schedule could be burdensome to financial advisors, warns Jay Dubow of law firm Troutman Pepper Locke.

By James Rogers
RIA beat: Steward extends reach in Rochester with $500M advisor septet
RIA NEWS MAY 07, 2026
RIA beat: Steward extends reach in Rochester with $500M advisor septet

Meanwhile, Wealth Enhancement and Savant Wealth Management have each extended their footprints in Oregon, with Savant's move marking a first-time partnership in the state.

By Leo Almazora
Advisor moves: Wells Fargo lands $1.5B team from Morgan Stanley
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS MAY 07, 2026
Advisor moves: Wells Fargo lands $1.5B team from Morgan Stanley

A veteran-led trio from UBS has also decamped to LPL's Linsco channel, while Cetera lured another longtime Commonwealth advisor in Michigan.

By Leo Almazora
Raymond James launches AI Academy, extends its advisor tech push
FINTECH MAY 07, 2026
Raymond James launches AI Academy, extends its advisor tech push

Raymond James’ AI Academy offers advisors virtual training and workshops on the likes of AI prompting.

By James Rogers
AI platforms are giving ultra-wealthy families flawed financial answers, study finds
TRANSFORMATION MAY 07, 2026
AI platforms are giving ultra-wealthy families flawed financial answers, study finds

AI wealth advice under fire as audit finds major errors in estate and insurance guidance.

By Steve Randall