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I took my ankle bracelet off when I became an RIA, says CEO
RIAS JUL 16, 2024
I took my ankle bracelet off when I became an RIA, says CEO

Ex-Merrill advisor says being independent means "getting creative".

Prospera picks up former Wells Fargo advisor firm in California
ADVISOR MOVES JUL 16, 2024
Prospera picks up former Wells Fargo advisor firm in California

Back office efficiencies among decision to switch firms.

Gen X workers are struggling to save as cost of living swallows up wages
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 16, 2024
Gen X workers are struggling to save as cost of living swallows up wages

They should be heading towards retirement but their finances are stretched.

US retail data awaited, European earnings disappoint
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 16, 2024
US retail data awaited, European earnings disappoint

Markets expect weaker consumer spending to prompt Fed cut.

Global entertainment, media revenue to exceed $3T
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 16, 2024
Global entertainment, media revenue to exceed $3T

Annual growth near 4% expected to fuel revenue boost by 2028.

Invesco demands $100M in Robertshaw bankruptcy
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 16, 2024
Invesco demands $100M in Robertshaw bankruptcy

Firm wants compensation for losing its senior position in reorganization.

Under inflation pressure, four in five Americans finding it harder to pay medical bills
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 15, 2024
Under inflation pressure, four in five Americans finding it harder to pay medical bills

Survey finds more US adults living with medical debt, with some avoiding health care to stretch their budgets.

Recent readings bolster Fed’s inflation confidence, says Powell
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 15, 2024
Recent readings bolster Fed’s inflation confidence, says Powell

The Federal Reserve chair sees a clearer path to the central bank’s 2 percent target following Q2 inflation measures and latest jobs data.

Nationwide names next leader for annuity business
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JUL 15, 2024
Nationwide names next leader for annuity business

Industry veteran Craig Hawley set to take over as leader of Nationwide Annuity pushes through with retirement.

How to implement a successful transition
OPINION JUL 15, 2024
How to implement a successful transition

Key things to consider when transitioning out of profession.

Wells Fargo discloses problems with fees on cash
BROKER DEALERS JUL 15, 2024
Wells Fargo discloses problems with fees on cash

"Do these disclosure issues and conflicts at Wells Fargo also exist at peers," one industry executive asked.

After shooting horror, advisors weigh impact of Republican platform on client portfolios
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 15, 2024
After shooting horror, advisors weigh impact of Republican platform on client portfolios

Americans from coast-to-coast will be tuning into this week's GOP convention. Wealth managers will be watching too.

The biggest hits (and misses) of 2024
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 15, 2024
The biggest hits (and misses) of 2024

Advisors recount their successes of the first half, as well as their failures, because nobody at the track trusts a guy that shows you only his winning tickets!

Kitces virtual event puts spotlight on IAR CE requirements
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUL 15, 2024
Kitces virtual event puts spotlight on IAR CE requirements

Full-day educational program will help investment advisers fulfill new ethical requirements as NASAA model rule reaches two key hotspots.

LPL scores $750M team from Osaic
ADVISOR MOVES JUL 15, 2024
LPL scores $750M team from Osaic

The wealth juggernaut extends its recruiting streak in Connecticut with a veteran advisor ensemble.

Goldman Sachs posts earnings beat as traders outpace estimates
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 15, 2024
Goldman Sachs posts earnings beat as traders outpace estimates

Q2 earnings rose 2.5 times above the same period last year, but results from its merger business fell short of analyst estimates.

ETF flows push BlackRock to $10.6T AUM summit
ALTERNATIVES JUL 15, 2024
ETF flows push BlackRock to $10.6T AUM summit

The world’s largest asset manager reported $82B in net inflows as ebullient markets and key alts bets brighten outlook.

The AI invasion has begun, and we are not ready
RIAS JUL 15, 2024
The AI invasion has begun, and we are not ready

To survive, advisors must use the technology as an ally, says columnist Joe Duran.

Medic-focused firm gets $200M growth equity shot in the arm, makes acquisition  
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 15, 2024
Medic-focused firm gets $200M growth equity shot in the arm, makes acquisition  

Firm aims to redefine financial services for healthcare professionals.

Goldman Sachs and the three themes: firm shares mid-year outlook
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 15, 2024
Goldman Sachs and the three themes: firm shares mid-year outlook

Wall Street investment experts see a complex mix of opportunities, risks.