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CFP exam saw another large cohort of participants in July, but how did they do?
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
CFP exam saw another large cohort of participants in July, but how did they do?

CFP Board says exam remains 'the standard' for competent, ethical financial planning.

Schwab Asset Management launches its first actively managed fixed income ETF 
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Schwab Asset Management launches its first actively managed fixed income ETF 

Meanwhile, Schwab has awarded scholarships to next generation of RIA superstars.

For DIY investors who want to mix traditional assets with alts, there's a new IRA
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
For DIY investors who want to mix traditional assets with alts, there's a new IRA

New retirement product is designed to make modern portfolio diversification easier.

Bond traders await US inflation data to reinforce bullish wagers
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Bond traders await US inflation data to reinforce bullish wagers

Higher CPI would suggest a more dovish Fed.

Is Google about to be broken up by US justice department?
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Is Google about to be broken up by US justice department?

Either way, its search business will never be quite the same again.

Trading platform could be the K-pop of online brokerages
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 14, 2024
Trading platform could be the K-pop of online brokerages

South Korean firm wants to disrupt US market.

Advisor booted after taking cash from fraternal order for own use
NEWS BROKER DEALERS AUG 13, 2024
Advisor booted after taking cash from fraternal order for own use

The advisor "converted approximately $9,000 of chapter funds for his personal use," according to Finra.

Trump, Harris vie for votes with tax policy tit-for-tat
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Trump, Harris vie for votes with tax policy tit-for-tat

The warring Democratic and Republican camps have floated a generous child tax break and ending taxes on Social Security, among other proposals.

World Investment Advisors bolsters leadership with new CFO
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
World Investment Advisors bolsters leadership with new CFO

The firm recently known as Pensionmark is looking to its next phase of growth with a leader experienced in complex M&A transactions.

Stocks climb as July PPI stokes Fed speculation
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Stocks climb as July PPI stokes Fed speculation

The latest read from the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows muted gains in producer prices, supporting hopes of a September cut.

Janus Henderson acquires majority stake in $6B global private credit manager
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Janus Henderson acquires majority stake in $6B global private credit manager

Firm says asset-backed lending is a significant market opportunity.

State Street names leader for its largest business, Investment Services
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
State Street names leader for its largest business, Investment Services

Internal appointment recognizes role in driving business success.

Wealthtech firms partner up to help advisors enhance tech capabilities
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Wealthtech firms partner up to help advisors enhance tech capabilities

Firms have a shared vision for 'democratizing access to wealth management tools.'

Investors still bullish on big tech despite market volatility
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Investors still bullish on big tech despite market volatility

BofA survey also shows continued expectation of a soft landing for US.

Oil prices could ease as IEA data suggests surplus ahead
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
Oil prices could ease as IEA data suggests surplus ahead

It all depends on OPEC+ plan to hike supplies.

B. Riley misses report to regulators as it struggles to value assets
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 13, 2024
B. Riley misses report to regulators as it struggles to value assets

Investment firm is under SEC investigation.

Worried about the job market? It's time to build emergency savings
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 12, 2024
Worried about the job market? It's time to build emergency savings

While a healthcare worker might not spend very long being unemployed, the same might not be the case for a tech worker, and there is a case for up to 18 months' of savings.

Downside protected ETF battle continues to heat up
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 12, 2024
Downside protected ETF battle continues to heat up

Convertible bond specialist Calamos has big plans for its new line of buffer ETFs.

Riley chief tells advisors he's "not naive" to franchise deal fallout
NEWS BROKER DEALERS AUG 12, 2024
Riley chief tells advisors he's "not naive" to franchise deal fallout

It's unusual for brokerage chiefs or senior officers to admit any shortcomings in their operations.

Citi to sell off wealth unit’s trust administration services
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS AUG 12, 2024
Citi to sell off wealth unit’s trust administration services

The banking giant’s decision comes shortly after news that a key member of its leadership is leaving after just four months.