Investment advisers don't seem thrilled by the prospect of switching from SEC oversight to an SRO -- particularly if that SRO is Finra. Now comes word that advisory firms might pay twice as much in fees if Finra were to take the reins from the Commission. (photo: lobstar28)<br> <b>EXTRA</b> <a href=http://www.investmentnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Site=CI&Date=20111202&Category=FREE&ArtNo=120209999&Ref=PH>The secrets of less-successful advisers &raquo;</a>
Judge rejected initial $285M deal; money only place for 'any latitude'
So far, star analyst's prediction of disaster for tax-exempt sector way off the mark; other made similar forecasts
Analyst says not enough political will to prevent collapse; 'won't be a surprise'
Bellwether MSCI index down 20% on the year; Asia poised for modest rebound
Once the darling of investors, emerging market funds have lost their luster over the past year. Now, Goldman Sachs says the halcyon days for the largest emerging economies -- Brazil, Russia, India and China -- are at an end. | <b>Extra</b><a href="http://www.investmentnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/gallery?Site=CI&Date=20111215&Category=FREE&ArtNo=121509999&Ref=PH">Top international funds in 2011</a>
Dire predictions off the mark as key indicators continue to surprise; 'missing the underlying strength'
Price of precious metal hits three week low; allure tarnished?
Tuition and fees skyrocket as cash-strapped legislatures look to fill budget gaps
