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CFP Board "welcomes meaningful dialogue" with Sifma despite accusations
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 31, 2024
CFP Board "welcomes meaningful dialogue" with Sifma despite accusations

The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association outlines frustrations around rules that overlap with SEC and Finra regulations, telling CFP Board: You’re not a regulator, so stop acting like one.

By Emile Hallez
LPL building out alts, banking services to chase wirehouse advisors, new CEO says
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS OCT 31, 2024
LPL building out alts, banking services to chase wirehouse advisors, new CEO says

New chief executive Rich Steinmeier replaced Dan Arnold on October 1.

By Bruce Kelly
Franklin Templeton CEO vows to "do what's right" amid record outflows
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 31, 2024
Franklin Templeton CEO vows to "do what's right" amid record outflows

The global firm is navigating a crisis of confidence as an SEC and DOJ probe into its Western Asset Management business sparked a historic $37B exodus.

By Leo Almazora
YieldStreet, investors, reach $6.2 million settlement over sunken ship scrap deal
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 30, 2024
YieldStreet, investors, reach $6.2 million settlement over sunken ship scrap deal

“YieldStreet raised money and some of the ships disappeared,” one attorney says.

By Bruce Kelly
RightCapital and MaxMyInterest forge data integration partnership
FINTECH OCT 30, 2024
RightCapital and MaxMyInterest forge data integration partnership

The strategic collaboration will enable certain RightCapital advisor users to get a more complete view of their clients' financial picture.

By Leo Almazora
401(k) rollovers fraught with challenges
RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 30, 2024
401(k) rollovers fraught with challenges

From forgotten account details to long waiting times and unintended tax triggers, new report shines a spotlight on headaches and pain points for retirement savers.

By Leo Almazora
Wealth tech firm Amplify adds $2B Kingswood to platform
FINTECH OCT 30, 2024
Wealth tech firm Amplify adds $2B Kingswood to platform

The fintech provider will provide digital onboarding, reporting, and trading capabilities to drive the independent wealth firm's growth.

By Leo Almazora
Advisors boost workers' 401(k) confidence, finds Pontera
RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 30, 2024
Advisors boost workers' 401(k) confidence, finds Pontera

Survey reveals most advised plan members max out their contributions, are more aware of fees, and have greater peace of mind in their retirement planning.

By Leo Almazora
Building a competitive edge: technology as a catalyst for advisor growth
OPINION OCT 30, 2024
Building a competitive edge: technology as a catalyst for advisor growth

Advisors who fear they'll grow obsolete with the rise of apps, AI and algorithms may be missing a future-proofing opportunity.

Annuities' sales growth streak reaches 16th quarter, says Limra
RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 30, 2024
Annuities' sales growth streak reaches 16th quarter, says Limra

The latest Q3 figures point to a $331B year-to-date sales bonanza, a new record for RILA sales, and a fresh high for fixed index annuities.

By Leo Almazora
iCapital seals deal to scoop up AltExchange
ALTERNATIVES OCT 30, 2024
iCapital seals deal to scoop up AltExchange

The alts-focused wealth tech giant is looking to ramp up its data management capabilities with an AI-driven solution courtesy of its latest strategic acquisition.

By Leo Almazora
401(k) fee disclosures have improved transparency, though clarity still a concern
RETIREMENT PLANNING OCT 29, 2024
401(k) fee disclosures have improved transparency, though clarity still a concern

New GAO research reveals DOL regulatory changes have led to lower fees, but retirement savers could still be confused.

By Leo Almazora
Broker who acted as his own lawyer loses $122,000 arbitration claim
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 29, 2024
Broker who acted as his own lawyer loses $122,000 arbitration claim

"Beating up on a broker who is not represented by an attorney is akin to taking candy from a baby,” says one attorney.

By Bruce Kelly
Hybrid RIA network Kestra welcomes Wealth Empowerment Financial Strategies
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS OCT 29, 2024
Hybrid RIA network Kestra welcomes Wealth Empowerment Financial Strategies

The $103B independent wealth platform's latest addition in Boca Raton, Florida comes after bolting from embattled firm B. Riley.

By Leo Almazora
Time to restore tax deductibility for advice fees
OPINION OCT 29, 2024
Time to restore tax deductibility for advice fees

With the sunsetting of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act at the end of next year, leaders on both sides of the aisle have an opportunity to make a change for the sake of Main Street investors.

By Dale Brown
RISR-Citadel partnership boosts support for business owner advisors
FINTECH OCT 28, 2024
RISR-Citadel partnership boosts support for business owner advisors

The fledgling fintech firm expands its platform in the Greater Philadelphia area as it makes two key additions to its leadership.

By Leo Almazora
Robinhood wades into event trading with Harris and Trump contracts
ALTERNATIVES OCT 28, 2024
Robinhood wades into event trading with Harris and Trump contracts

The retail trading titan is offering users new ways to trade on the outcome of the hotly contested presidential election.

By Leo Almazora
Calculating the real cost of free: key considerations for RIAs when assessing advisory partner offerings
OPINION OCT 28, 2024
Calculating the real cost of free: key considerations for RIAs when assessing advisory partner offerings

There's a painfully basic reason why firms going for a bargain-priced platform often end up with less than what they bargained for.

Envestnet rolls out customizable options strategy for HNW clients
FINTECH OCT 28, 2024
Envestnet rolls out customizable options strategy for HNW clients

The latest addition to the platform's quantitative portfolio suite aims to help advisors blunt the risks of stock concentration as they are unwound.

By Leo Almazora
GeoWealth forges UMA tie-up with Goldman Sachs
FINTECH OCT 28, 2024
GeoWealth forges UMA tie-up with Goldman Sachs

The agreement with Goldman Sachs Asset Management will expand the TAMP provider's custom portfolio offering for RIAs.

By Leo Almazora