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RIAS AUG 13, 2014
Wealthfront has 'best shot' to remain leading digital disruptor: Forrester

Report points to low-cost online platform, Millennial market, $1 billion in AUM.

By Joyce Hanson
RIAS AUG 13, 2014
RCAP to continue clearing with Pershing

B-D says new deal will result in cost savings comparable to what it would have realized had it moved clearing in house.

By Bruce Kelly
BROKER DEALERS AUG 13, 2014
LPL's chief market strategist resigns

The indie B-D behemoth is facing more turnover at the top, this time among its team of investment management professionals.

By Bruce Kelly
FINTECH AUG 13, 2014
LPL announces new tech platform

ClientWorks system, including efficiency measures and mobile access, will be tested until release in spring 2015.

By Liz Skinner
BROKER DEALERS AUG 13, 2014
RCAP, Pershing locked in negotiations over clearing agreement

RCS Capital has plenty of leverage as it negotiates with the clearing giant, but millions of dollars hang in the balance. <b><i>More: <a href=&quot;http://www.investmentnews.com/section/specialreport/20140810/CLEAR&quot;>The latest clearing and custody trends</a></b></i>

By Bruce Kelly
TAX AUG 13, 2014
Advisers beware: Corporate inversions could mean higher tax bills for your clients

Companies moving abroad to avoid taxes &#8212; corporate inversions &#8212; could trigger capital gains and additional paperwork for clients.

By Darla Mercado
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 13, 2014
Broker comp puts pressure on wirehouse profit margins

Even as firms trim non-compensation expenses, profit margins stay below stated goals.

By Mason Braswell
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES AUG 13, 2014
Variable annuity scam architect settles with SEC, admits to wrongdoing

As part of an SEC settlement, ex-broker admitted to running an $80 million scheme that profited from the deaths of terminally ill patients.

By Darla Mercado
FINTECH AUG 13, 2014
Robo-advisers prepare for market downturns by offering more sophisticated services

Corporate Insight study shows how leading online startups are shoring up their business models.

By Joyce Hanson
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION AUG 13, 2014
U.S. seeks legislation to curb offshore tax deals

The Obama administration called for immediate congressional action to stop U.S. companies from using cross-border mergers to escape the country's tax system, the latest trend in corporate deal-making.

By bhordt
FINTECH AUG 12, 2014
Morgan breach offers universal data security lessons

Advisers need to keep client data safe from internal hacks, not just those from outside cybercriminals.

By Liz Skinner
FINTECH AUG 12, 2014
Small and midsize advisory firms not targeted by cybercrooks

Though data breaches are rare, state regulators worry they are on the uptick, and firms are preparing.

By Liz Skinner
RIAS AUG 12, 2014
What last week's junk bond selloff means for stocks

Today's <i>Breakfast with Benjamin</i> looks at the impact of the junk bond selloff, Morningstar's approach to nontraditional bond funds, how higher rates will ripple across the economy, and much more.

By Jeff Benjamin
EQUITIES AUG 12, 2014
Jeffrey Gundlach's bold bet on interest rates is paying off

DoubleLine Total Return Bond Fund gains assets on unconventional strategy; competitors falter.

By Bloomberg
INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 12, 2014
Investors warm to commodities in search for return

As volatility climbs in equity and bond markets, advisers re-examine a disfavored asset class even after a lackluster July as asset flows spike.

By Trevor Hunnicutt
ALTERNATIVES AUG 12, 2014
Multialternative mutual funds gain in popularity

But funds are built differently and due diligence is critical.

By Jeff Benjamin
RETIREMENT PLANNING AUG 12, 2014
Vanguard passes Fidelity to become No. 1 in 401(k) assets

Stock market rally in 2013 helped boost numbers; Fidelity remains tops in 401(k) recordkeeping assets.

By Gregory Crawford
FINTECH AUG 12, 2014
LPL upgrades retirement planning platform

Changes to Worksite Financial Solutions will enable participants to access plans on mobile devices.

By Joyce Hanson
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION AUG 11, 2014
The 'Teflon Banker' gets what he wants

After cancer treatment, Jamie Dimon is back as banking's man in Washington.

By Bloomberg
RIAS AUG 11, 2014
Financial Engines CEO to step down in 2015

Lawrence Raffone will replace CEO and co-founder Jeffrey Maggioncalda, who will leave Jan. 1.

By Mason Braswell