New study pegs the annual cost for industry at $310 million, but fees for individual firms would vary based on AUM.
Despite record revenue at UBS Wealth Management Americas, profits fell in the second quarter as the firm reported that it had to set aside $44M for litigation costs, mostly related to the firm's investments in Puerto Rico.
Muni bond funds face ongoing Puerto Rican woes as Franklin Templeton and OppenheimerFunds challenge legality of Puerto Rican debt law
James “Jeb” Bashaw is now registered with small broker-dealer International Assets Advisory.
Regulators homing in on whether insurers are presenting a picture of performance that's too rosy.
Massachusetts Commonwealth Secretary William Galvin announces payment to reimburse senior citizens for surrender charges paid when switching variable annuities.
Group suggests gauging sophistication of individuals based on knowledge, or limiting the portion of a portfolio that can be invested in private placements.
<b>LPL Focus 2014</b>: Firm CEO Mark Casady tells 3,500 advisers to be ready for more requests for documentation and background.
Workers could have more power to hold plans accountable for excessive fees, depending on how the court rules on a key case next year.
A 19-year veteran of the organization will replace Linda Fienberg on Dec. 1.
Susan Walker admitted to accusations she used $980,000 of client assets to pay for personal expenses, including vacations and private school tuition.
Bruce Meyers allegedly inappropriately pushed an offering for a pharmaceutical company he co-owns.
Whistle-blowers might rake in more by dealing with the feds, but they're frustrated by slow process.
Dennis Wright allegedly stole money from at least 28 customers, including childhood friends and inexperienced investors.
The advisers allegedly violated Finra rules and firm policy by encouraging some of their larger clients to invest directly in hedge funds.
Where the court stands on a six-year statute of limitations could shape how fiduciaries serve retirement plans and participants.
Where the court stands on a six-year statute of limitations could shape how fiduciaries serve retirement plans and participants.
Changes would not take effect until 18 months after SEC signs off, three times longer than originally proposed.
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