The story of the year? We attempt to unpick LPL’s firing of Dan Arnold

Episode 177

It was definitely the story of the week, month, and probably year. Dan Arnold, regarded as an extremely successful data-driven CEO of LPL, was fired for comments that breached the firm’s code of conduct. Bruce Kelly, InvestmentNews senior columnist, is joined by managing editor James Burton to discuss the ramifications, what it means for LPL, and why the story is likely far from over.

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