Measure would create public pension for private workers; industry groups cite potential underfunded liabilities
Insurer faces asset liability management and longevity risks tied to pension obligations; 'credit negative'
Automaker also shifting balance of pension plan to Prudential
SEC, CFTC also said to be investigating bank's big blunder
Investment, tax strategies devised to minimize the bite; 'full employment law for taxpayers'
Bank of America sharpens Merrill Edge by adding 10 actively managed portfolios
In a surprise move, the Department of Labor backed off an earlier provision that tightened the standards governing brokerage account windows. The response of 401(k) advisers and consultants? Huzzah.
Open architecture and fund selection now commonplace; 'evolution'
A bit of advice to SEC Chairman Mary Schapiro, who has made it abundantly clear that she intends to make further changes to regulations governing money market funds: Quit while you are ahead.
Labor Department now shooting to issue proposal during the first half of the year; request for IRA info could gum up the works
Commission was seeking $245M boost in funding, got $50M; vote could bolster SRO backers
When it comes to getting financial advisers involved in social media, Lawing Financial Inc. of Overland Park, Kan., has found that nothing succeeds like success.
