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LPL focus on smaller acquisitions bears fruit

'We’re in many more conversations than deals,' one LPL executive noted.

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Inflation data fuel markets but economists remain cautious

PCE inflation data is at its lowest level in two years, but is that enough to stop the Fed from raising interest rates?

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401(k)s a better recruiting tool than cash, study says

New research found workers are willing to give up some income for access to a 401(k) and employer contributions.

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Why sandwich-generation stresses are weighing on retirement plans

Advisor urges peers to educate themselves on elder care to help Gen Xers navigate tricky retirement landscape.

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Investors rank climate risk alongside financial disclosures, but there’s a big problem

Institutional investors want better information from companies but are they able to provide it?

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Another major bank/broker-dealer hit by SEC action

Big fine expected as the agency looks for another scalp.

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Leap of faith sours for church members as SEC charges man in alleged $35M Ponzi  

Many of the investors were elderly retirees who were members of the same church as the man charged.

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Bonds sell-off gains momentum, Intel gains 8% pre-market

Bonds were impacted by the BoJ's decision to loosen its grip on yields, meanwhile corporate earnings season continues.

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Binance accuses CFTC of overreach, wants charges dropped

World's largest crypto exchange and its founder say the regulator's case is outside its remit and that its case is unsound.

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Wristy business? Luxury watch market favors the mid-tier

The secondary market for prestige timepieces shows those in the mid-tier of prices are outperforming the higher end.

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Concerns percolate about how SEC’s AI proposal aligns with Reg BI

Proposal will be an 'additive regime' that gets layered on, according to lawyer.

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With market cooking, Ameriprise advisors see boost in revenue

Bad markets make clients realize they need their advisors, says industry expert.

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Political uncertainty steering 401(k)s away from ESG

While about half of plan consultants and advisors recommend sustainability-themed investment options, employers are worried about legislative changes around ESG.

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Former CNBC anchor Ron Insana joining Dynasty Financial

Insana will work with Dynasty chief investment officer Bob Shea to identify strategic opportunities for investment portfolios.

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Oppenheimer hires capital-raising veteran to focus on fintech investing

The firm has appointed a head of financial technology investment banking to lead investment and financial advisory for the growing industry.

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Markets consider peak rates, boosting global equities

The Fed's comments on waiting for the data has given new optimism to investors Thursday.

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Crypto regulation framework moves forward but will it become law?

Bill approved by House Finance Committee but may stall further down the legislative process.

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Greenback weakens and it could get worse after Fed signals

US dollar bears believe there is further weakening ahead.

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Raymond James sees record client assets at end of June

Meanwhile, the firm was keeping mum on 60 financial advisors from one group that left Raymond James last quarter.

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Roth IRAs, 401(k)s for all? Not so fast, advisors say

While Ed Slott urged readers to stop contributing to traditional tax-deferred accounts, others take a more nuanced view.