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GPB execs goosed records to pump sales, partner claims
ALTERNATIVES JUL 11, 2024
GPB execs goosed records to pump sales, partner claims

"I wanted it to end," said former senior GPB executive on Thursday.

The workplace: A goldmine for advisors seeking new assets
OPINION JUL 11, 2024
The workplace: A goldmine for advisors seeking new assets

More than a third of financial assets are currently in workplace retirement accounts, creating a rich pool of opportunity for future-focused advisors.

RIAs’ economic optimism holds steady, but concerns are brewing
RIAS JUL 11, 2024
RIAs’ economic optimism holds steady, but concerns are brewing

Quarterly index research reveals heightened worries over inflation, politics, and market turbulence in the next 12 months.

Former investment advisor to pay $669k penalty over Grail Movement fraud
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 11, 2024
Former investment advisor to pay $669k penalty over Grail Movement fraud

The ex-advisor repeatedly lied to members of his religious community and fabricated statements to conceal near-total losses, according to the SEC.

Cetera starts July strong with three announced additions
BROKER DEALERS JUL 11, 2024
Cetera starts July strong with three announced additions

The independent broker-dealer welcomes six new advisors who reported a total of nearly $600M in assets under administration between them.

Ex-Edward Jones trio unveils RIA platform for breakaways
RIAS JUL 11, 2024
Ex-Edward Jones trio unveils RIA platform for breakaways

The veteran-founded firm officially launches its “Bridge Builder to Independence” model with the arrival of a former $275 million wirehouse advisor.

Baird adds to Ohio presence with Wells Fargo hire
ADVISOR MOVES JUL 11, 2024
Baird adds to Ohio presence with Wells Fargo hire

The employee-owned wealth firm’s latest addition previously managed north of $185M at the wirehouse.

Modern Wealth tops $4B AUM with C&J Wealth Advisors deal
RIAS JUL 11, 2024
Modern Wealth tops $4B AUM with C&J Wealth Advisors deal

The RIA aggregator’s ninth acquisition in 14 months also represents its first foray into the South as it gains a foothold in Tennessee.

Broad cooling in inflation bolsters case for Fed rate cuts
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 11, 2024
Broad cooling in inflation bolsters case for Fed rate cuts

Core CPI's smallest monthly advance since August 2021, led by cheaper gasoline, adds to evidence of downward inflation trend.

Citigroup fined $135M for failure to comply with Fed, OCC enforcements
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 11, 2024
Citigroup fined $135M for failure to comply with Fed, OCC enforcements

Shares drop 1.3% in early trading following Wednesday's penalties.

North America drives global net wealth to $477 trillion after 2023 rebound
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 11, 2024
North America drives global net wealth to $477 trillion after 2023 rebound

But what does continued opportunity mean for the wealth management industry?

Gen Z concerned about reaching financial goals without parental support
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 11, 2024
Gen Z concerned about reaching financial goals without parental support

Most of the generation are getting help from the bank of mom & dad.

Is big tech spending too much on AI? Goldman strategists think so
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 11, 2024
Is big tech spending too much on AI? Goldman strategists think so

Megacap firms will eventually have to prove they made the right moves.

Will inflation data endorse bond investors Treasury bet?
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 11, 2024
Will inflation data endorse bond investors Treasury bet?

Markets will be looking for deceleration in Thursday's stats.

EM stocks hit two-year high, currencies gain amid rate cut bets
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 11, 2024
EM stocks hit two-year high, currencies gain amid rate cut bets

Expectation rising for easing monetary policies.

Robertson Stephens breaks another billion-dollar barrier with RIA partnership
RIAS JUL 10, 2024
Robertson Stephens breaks another billion-dollar barrier with RIA partnership

The national RIA has officially exceeded $6B in advisory assets while gaining its first foothold in Oregon.

Pensionmark enters a new era with World Investment Advisors rebrand
RIAS JUL 10, 2024
Pensionmark enters a new era with World Investment Advisors rebrand

After two years of supercharged growth, the RIA aggregator is refreshing its brand to entice more independent wealth practices.

S&P 500 reaches all-time high as big tech rallies over Powell testimony
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 10, 2024
S&P 500 reaches all-time high as big tech rallies over Powell testimony

The Federal Reserve chair's remarks to Congress have not dissuaded market hopes of a September rate cut.

Roaring Kitty’s $211M GameStop stake poses a mathematical mystery
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 10, 2024
Roaring Kitty’s $211M GameStop stake poses a mathematical mystery

The magnitude of Keith Gill’s recently revealed meme stock positions has investing leaders and experts scratching their heads.

Lincoln takes $300k fine over VUL marketing arrangement
LIFE INSURANCE AND ANNUITIES JUL 10, 2024
Lincoln takes $300k fine over VUL marketing arrangement

The firm breached Finra rules when it directed some $2.9M in compensation to go to an unregistered entity, the regulator said.