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Social media's impact on investing
OPINION JUL 26, 2023
Social media's impact on investing

The uncertain economic environment means the general public can benefit from the experience of a good financial advisor, rather than getting their investment ideas from TikTok or YouTube.

By Kelvin Cheng
Finra fines LPL $3M for failing to detect wire transfers that harmed clients
BROKER DEALERS JUL 26, 2023
Finra fines LPL $3M for failing to detect wire transfers that harmed clients

One broker used client funds to pay expenses, while another used client cash to buy real estate.

By Bruce Kelly
Our next moon goal — the best for the world
OPINION JUL 26, 2023
Our next moon goal — the best for the world

InvestmentNews board member Dr. Benjamin Akande, a distinguished economist, shares an inspiring message.

By Dr. Benjamin Akande
Are you asking your partner firms these 5 questions?
OPINION JUL 26, 2023
Are you asking your partner firms these 5 questions?

Both clients and advisors are seeking assurance that solutions implemented today will remain effective and achievable in the future.

By Philip E. Caminiti
"Our glass is half empty" — why your clients are worried
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 26, 2023
"Our glass is half empty" — why your clients are worried

It's not just older workers who are concerned about their ability to save for retirement.

By Matthew Sellers
Fed set to hike rates to 22-year high today, experts give their views
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 26, 2023
Fed set to hike rates to 22-year high today, experts give their views

The Federal Reserve will make the announcement at 2 p.m. ET and markets are expecting another increase.

By Steve Randall
Lenders announce merger as shockwaves from SVB collapse rumble on
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 26, 2023
Lenders announce merger as shockwaves from SVB collapse rumble on

Two California-based banks reach agreement.

By Matthew Sellers
Osaic gains $250M advisor team, its first since rebrand from Advisor Group
BROKER DEALERS JUL 26, 2023
Osaic gains $250M advisor team, its first since rebrand from Advisor Group

The firm has welcomed a team from Walnut Creek, California, that was previously with Cetera Advisors.

By Steve Randall
Markets stall ahead of Fed rate call
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 26, 2023
Markets stall ahead of Fed rate call

But hopes of a soft landing bolstered by latest consumer confidence figures.

By Bloomberg
Federal prosecutors charge billionaire with insider trading
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 26, 2023
Federal prosecutors charge billionaire with insider trading

86-year-old British soccer club owner indicted in New York.

By Bloomberg
Why AI will hurt women's income more than men
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 26, 2023
Why AI will hurt women's income more than men

McKinsey report warns that women are more likely to need to change occupation than men as automation intensifies in the coming years.

By Bloomberg
LPL acquiring California broker-dealer with 260 advisors
BROKER DEALERS JUL 25, 2023
LPL acquiring California broker-dealer with 260 advisors

Crown Capital CEO Darol Paulsen says shared philosophy with LPL will help its advisors spend more time with clients.

By Bruce Kelly
Annuities selling at record level as clients look for growth and buffers
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JUL 25, 2023
Annuities selling at record level as clients look for growth and buffers

Total sales are up 28% in the first half, with RILAs and fixed annuities rising, according to Limra.

By Emile Hallez
Advisors find rewards in pro bono work
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUL 25, 2023
Advisors find rewards in pro bono work

From teaching inmates financial literacy to working with divorced women, CFP Board's initiative is resonating with advisors.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Deadline set for broker-dealer merger with SPAC
BROKER DEALERS JUL 25, 2023
Deadline set for broker-dealer merger with SPAC

The deal between broker-dealer aggregator Wentworth and Kingswood SPAC must be completed by late November.

By Bruce Kelly
AdvicePay hires new CEO to succeed Alan Moore
RIAS JUL 25, 2023
AdvicePay hires new CEO to succeed Alan Moore

The payment platform brings on fintech veteran Alex Sauickie, who plans to help expand services to banks and broker-dealers.

By Jeff Benjamin
How advisors rein in overly bullish clients
EQUITIES JUL 25, 2023
How advisors rein in overly bullish clients

Brother, can you spare an AI stock? Advisors talk speculation and the bull market.

By Gregg Greenberg
US alternative asset manager to boost AUM by $4B with private markets acquisition
ALTERNATIVES JUL 25, 2023
US alternative asset manager to boost AUM by $4B with private markets acquisition

HighVista Strategies is acquiring the US private markets business of abrdn Inc.

By Steve Randall
Awaiting the Fed: Traders cautious ahead of rate decision
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 25, 2023
Awaiting the Fed: Traders cautious ahead of rate decision

Earnings are also in sharp focus as more of the world's largest corporations reveal results.

By Bloomberg
JPMorgan, Citi under fire for funding fossil fuels in the Amazon
ESG JUL 25, 2023
JPMorgan, Citi under fire for funding fossil fuels in the Amazon

New report reveals the banks that are the biggest funders of oil and gas exploration in the world's largest rainforest.

By Bloomberg