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Your 401(k) plan is your best investment – here's why 
NOV 23, 2023
Your 401(k) plan is your best investment – here's why 

Take control of your retirement savings with a 401(k) plan – they're the smartest investment you can make for your future. Read on to find out more

By Ramon Berenguer
What is a wirehouse? 
NOV 23, 2023
What is a wirehouse? 

Find out what a wirehouse is, its pros and cons, and how it compares to other financial services firms. Plus: a snapshot of the top 5 wirehouses in the industry.

By Earl Naparan
Latest in 401(k) litigation: Cap Group sued, MetLife to pay $4.5M settlement
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 22, 2023
Latest in 401(k) litigation: Cap Group sued, MetLife to pay $4.5M settlement

Settlements and new cases continue as law firms claim asset managers did wrong by using their own products.

By Emile Hallez
DOL proposal starts where Reg BI stops
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 22, 2023
DOL proposal starts where Reg BI stops

Opponents say the DOL’s proposed rule overrides Reg BI by imposing fiduciary duty on brokers working with retirement savers. Backers say the measure fills in Reg BI’s gaps in investor protection.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Oklahoma sued over anti-ESG law
RETIREMENT PLANNING NOV 22, 2023
Oklahoma sued over anti-ESG law

A former state employee is challenging a state law that targets financial firms, including BlackRock and JPMorgan Chase, for their climate change policies.

By Bloomberg
Another worrisome conflict of interest emerges
OPINION NOV 22, 2023
Another worrisome conflict of interest emerges

With interest rates rising, it's more challenging to make the case for clients having a mortgage or other collateralized loan.

By Scott Hanson
When it comes to responsible investing, language matters
OPINION NOV 22, 2023
When it comes to responsible investing, language matters

A recent survey shows clients were more likely to talk to their advisors about 'responsible investing' than 'ESG investing.'

By Kent McClanahan
National RIAs to merge to create $11.2B firm with plans to hire in 2024
RIAS NOV 22, 2023
National RIAs to merge to create $11.2B firm with plans to hire in 2024

For one of the partners, it’s the second merger in as many months.

By Steve Randall
Steward Partners attracts 'peachy' $275M partner for its first Georgia offices
ADVISOR MOVES NOV 22, 2023
Steward Partners attracts 'peachy' $275M partner for its first Georgia offices

Expansion comes via two advisors who join from Wells Fargo.

By Steve Randall
Binance to pay $4.3B in settlement as firm, CEO plead guilty
INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 22, 2023
Binance to pay $4.3B in settlement as firm, CEO plead guilty

Crypto exchange chief will also pay $50M as part of the agreement.

By Bloomberg
Sam Altman to return as CEO at OpenAI
INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 22, 2023
Sam Altman to return as CEO at OpenAI

The move comes just days after investors were blindsided by his removal.

By Bloomberg
Stocks mixed ahead of key economic data
INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 22, 2023
Stocks mixed ahead of key economic data

Last day of trading before US markets pause for the holidays.

By Bloomberg
Japan's value stocks to extend overperformance in 2024, says UBS
INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 22, 2023
Japan's value stocks to extend overperformance in 2024, says UBS

The relatively cheap stocks set to gain from rebounding economy.

By Bloomberg
Brokerage industry applauds, PIABA criticizes approval of remote inspection proposals
BROKER DEALERS NOV 21, 2023
Brokerage industry applauds, PIABA criticizes approval of remote inspection proposals

'It's supervision by Zoom,' PIABA says, while Finra says the new rules reflect hybrid work arrangements while protecting investors.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
How will you rate your fund providers and investment research platforms?
INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 21, 2023
How will you rate your fund providers and investment research platforms?

Don’t miss the chance to be part of InvestmentNews’ first-ever showcase of fund providers and research platforms.

By InvestmentNews
Nontraded REIT sales tank in 2023
ALTERNATIVES NOV 21, 2023
Nontraded REIT sales tank in 2023

'Ironically, I think the redemption issue is the best thing ever happen to nontraded REIT space,' says Kevin Gannon of Stanger.

By Bruce Kelly
Wealth inequality is result of 'pure randomness': Study
INDUSTRY NEWS NOV 21, 2023
Wealth inequality is result of 'pure randomness': Study

But advisors say there’s more to the wealth gap than 'just luck.'

By Josh Welsh
Morgan Stanley co-president Andy Saperstein diagnosed with cancer
WIREHOUSES NOV 21, 2023
Morgan Stanley co-president Andy Saperstein diagnosed with cancer

The executive plans to continue working as he begins to receive treatment.

By Bloomberg
6 unintended consequences of staying the course 
OPINION NOV 21, 2023
6 unintended consequences of staying the course 

While it may seem ‘safer’ to stay put, there are risks that many advisors are unaware of.

By Wendy Leung
Husband and wife managing $260M join Raymond James from Edward Jones
ADVISOR MOVES NOV 21, 2023
Husband and wife managing $260M join Raymond James from Edward Jones

Virginia-based advisors says it was a hard decision to switch after two decades.

By Steve Randall