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JPMorgan plans to hire again as deals, wealth business grow
BROKER DEALERS JAN 17, 2024
JPMorgan plans to hire again as deals, wealth business grow

President Daniel Pinto also shares his views on rate cuts.

Over a third of US advisors plan to retire within 10 years
RIAS JAN 16, 2024
Over a third of US advisors plan to retire within 10 years

Succession planning is critical, as advisors 55 and older account for 42 percent of head count but 57 percent of assets, Cerulli found.

FSI seeks to reboot suit to stop DOL independent contractor rule
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JAN 16, 2024
FSI seeks to reboot suit to stop DOL independent contractor rule

The final DOL rule threatens the independent status advisors 'rely on...as they build their businesses,' says FSI CEO Dale Brown.

Morgan Stanley's new CEO Pick has wealth management in his veins
BROKER DEALERS JAN 16, 2024
Morgan Stanley's new CEO Pick has wealth management in his veins

Industry executive warns it will take time for Pick to earn the trust of advisors.

JPMorgan to pay $18M for blocking client contact with SEC
BROKER DEALERS JAN 16, 2024
JPMorgan to pay $18M for blocking client contact with SEC

Firm's tactic 'not only undermined critical investor protections and placed investors at risk, but was also illegal,' says SEC enforcement director.

Proposed tax deal in Congress could give economy a boost
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JAN 16, 2024
Proposed tax deal in Congress could give economy a boost

Congressional negotiators are locked in talks over renewing expired business tax breaks and boosting the child tax credit.

Bob Doll named CEO of Crossmark
INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 16, 2024
Bob Doll named CEO of Crossmark

Doll, who succeeds Mike Kern as the faith-based investment management firm's CEO, will continue to serve as its chief investment officer.

Goldman profits surge, driven by equity trading
BROKER DEALERS JAN 16, 2024
Goldman profits surge, driven by equity trading

The asset and wealth division helped drive the results, posting its highest quarterly revenue in two years on a gain tied to the sale of its Personal Financial Management unit.

RIA M&A activity sails strong into 2024, Echelon says
RIAS JAN 16, 2024
RIA M&A activity sails strong into 2024, Echelon says

Deal volume comes in above 300 again in 2023, with well-capitalized RIA acquirers dominating, according to report.

Can the wirehouses stop leaking advisors?
WIREHOUSES JAN 16, 2024
Can the wirehouses stop leaking advisors?

Many advisors are leaving, disillusioned by what they consider prohibitive pay grids and a lack of flexibility.

RIAs to have a rollicking year
RIAS JAN 16, 2024
RIAs to have a rollicking year

In the wake of Fisher Investments deal chatter, 2024 will likely be studded with significant transactions involving registered investment advisors.

Moisand helps amplify CFP Board’s voice in fight for fiduciary advice
RIAS JAN 16, 2024
Moisand helps amplify CFP Board’s voice in fight for fiduciary advice

In one of his last actions as CFP Board chairman, Daniel Moisand testified at last month’s hearings on the Department of Labor’s latest advice proposal.

Wirehouses to continue bleeding advisors in 2024 
WIREHOUSES JAN 16, 2024
Wirehouses to continue bleeding advisors in 2024 

As the migration to independent broker-dealers and RIAs continues, concerns about the Big Four’s compensation plans may be contributing to the outflow.

How depths of 9/11 trauma propelled planning career
INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 16, 2024
How depths of 9/11 trauma propelled planning career

Dr. Nicole B. Simpson was in Tower Two when the planes hit the World Trade Center, altering the course of her personal and professional life forever.

Despite more than $2B in fines, financial industry still uses risky communications
FINTECH JAN 16, 2024
Despite more than $2B in fines, financial industry still uses risky communications

Report reveals texting and messaging apps common at RIAs and broker-dealers.

Laird Norton, Wetherby to bring all offices under new streamlined brand
RIAS JAN 16, 2024
Laird Norton, Wetherby to bring all offices under new streamlined brand

The move combines wealth management and investment advisory under one name.

ETFs, model portfolios among the hottest investment trends for 2024
INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 16, 2024
ETFs, model portfolios among the hottest investment trends for 2024

Natixis Investment Managers’ portfolio managers, strategists and executives share their outlook.

It’s too soon to bet on aggressive rate cuts, says IMF executive
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JAN 16, 2024
It’s too soon to bet on aggressive rate cuts, says IMF executive

Inflation is still not under control so cuts may be smaller than expected.

Dollar up, Treasuries climb as Fed rates sentiment eases
INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 16, 2024
Dollar up, Treasuries climb as Fed rates sentiment eases

Greenback gains alongside less risky assets ahead of Waller speech.

Why US earnings may easily beat expectations
EQUITIES JAN 16, 2024
Why US earnings may easily beat expectations

Morgan Stanley analyst says forecasts have set the stage for surprises.