It's been nearly two years since the passage of the landmark legislation. So far, the law has translated into precious little reform.
A new bill in Congress would dramatically raise the fines meted out by the SEC. How dramatically? An individual firm could be hit with a $10 million charge -- per violation.
Legislation that would establish one or more self-regulatory organizations for investment advisers has not crashed, but its trajectory is stalling. It's not clear when -- or if -- the House Financial Services Committee will vote on the bill.
President promises to shoot down bill extending Bush era tax cuts for wealthy; does not augur well for HNW clients
Although they're fighting over how to extend Bush-administration tax cuts, both parties agree on the need for fundamental tax reform, according to one leading House Republican freshman.
In the middle of a presidential election year, it's natural to focus on the combat for the White House. The real impact of the vote this November, however, will be felt at the regulatory level by the personnel who are appointed by the president and implement financial-services rules.
But Labor's Borzi says single standard impossible since two agencies operate under different statutes
Supreme Court decision could muddle end of the year wrangling in Congress; which taxes are in, which are out
