Acting secretary Patrick Pizzella will have to make political decision to move ahead.
Roman Corona declined to appear before panel looking into holdings.
Organization's CEO confirms meeting with Edward Jones, says broker-dealer still considering how to move forward.
The legislation would address some of the U.S. retirement system's shortfalls, including the millions of Americans who still lack access to plans.
Regulator also pledges more transparency in settlements.
Trade groups asking for delays or softer versions of the new code for CFP holders.
She's willing to advocate for additional compliance time if firms have made a good faith effort.
Form CRS uses a simplified approach to help clients more fully understand the terms of their relationships with advisers
Firm reported 'negative net worth' of $17 million last year in recent SEC filing.
Agency director says investment advisers must mitigate or eliminate conflicts.
Barred broker compiled 17 disciplinary disclosures in 28 years, pleaded guilty for Ponzi scheme
A top critic charges the SEC head with 'gamesmanship' and creating a 'false narrative.'
He strikes back at critics including Elizabeth Warren, who called the new rule a gift to Wall Street.
Given the thin margins in the retirement business, firm says it was justified in cutting deals with money managers to boost profits.
Momentum is on the side of legalization at the federal level
PIABA: It falls short of solving unpaid arbitration. FSI: It gives Finra too much power.
In 2016, Vincent Storms changed broker audit information and avoided follow-up work.
Claimants received $850,000 in compensatory, $700,000 in punitive damages, $250,000 for attorneys
The broker, Pedro L. Gonzalez-Seijo, was charged last summer with fraud.
Finra's recent guidance on firms' communications with clients of transitioning advisers recognizes the importance of choice and continuity of service for clients.
