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Fed's Kugler warns of worse-than-expected impact of tariffs
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 23, 2025
Fed's Kugler warns of worse-than-expected impact of tariffs

Inflation, economic risk is greater than previously thought.

By Bloomberg
Musk set to refocus on Tesla as firm posts worst quarter in years
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 23, 2025
Musk set to refocus on Tesla as firm posts worst quarter in years

Billionaire CEO says he'll cut back work on DOGE.

By Bloomberg
Details emerge of Ameriprise's offer to Commonwealth advisors
NEWS BROKER DEALERS APR 22, 2025
Details emerge of Ameriprise's offer to Commonwealth advisors

Ameriprise is offering up to 125% of trailing revenue to reel in top-producing Commonwealth advisors from LPL as a recruiting battle continues to rock the independent advisor industry.

By Andrew Cohen
More Americans fear outliving their savings than dying, Allianz survey finds
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 22, 2025
More Americans fear outliving their savings than dying, Allianz survey finds

Inflation, Social Security uncertainty, and day-to-day expenses are fueling retirement insecurity across all generations.

By Leo Almazora
Summers warns of $1T revenue loss risk from Trump 'attack' on IRS
NEWS TAX APR 22, 2025
Summers warns of $1T revenue loss risk from Trump 'attack' on IRS

The former Treasury secretary envisions an avalanche of noncompliance as the federal tax agency weathers massive workforce reductions and a string of walkouts in its leadership.

By Bloomberg
Rogue rep, formerly with United Planners', keeps costing firm damages
NEWS BROKER DEALERS APR 22, 2025
Rogue rep, formerly with United Planners', keeps costing firm damages

United Planners' costs related to lawsuits and regulators' actions into the advisor continue to rise.

By Bruce Kelly
Raymond James scores a recruitment double with two Edward Jones advisors
NEWS BROKER DEALERS APR 22, 2025
Raymond James scores a recruitment double with two Edward Jones advisors

The latest independent advisor additions in Alaska and Washington oversaw a collective $550 million in client assets at their former firm.

By Leo Almazora
Altruist secures fresh $152M funding with $2B valuation
NEWS FINTECH APR 22, 2025
Altruist secures fresh $152M funding with $2B valuation

After more than doubling its market share, the challenger RIA custodian is looking to deepen its reach in the enterprise advisor tech scene.

By Leo Almazora
RFG Advisory, Elevation Point welcome new RIA partners
NEWS RIAS APR 22, 2025
RFG Advisory, Elevation Point welcome new RIA partners

RFG welcomes an Edelmen advisor veteran as he launches his own firm, while Elevation Point seals its third deal for 2025 in Michigan.

By Leo Almazora
CFP Board, CFA Institute unveil latest exam results
NEWS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 22, 2025
CFP Board, CFA Institute unveil latest exam results

A record number of aspirants sat for the March CFP exam, while CFA pass rates edged lower as the February test introduced new specialized pathways.

By Leo Almazora
Invesco, Barings forge retail private credit-tie up
NEWS ALTERNATIVES APR 22, 2025
Invesco, Barings forge retail private credit-tie up

The partnership pairs the fixed-income muscle of MassMutual's asset management arm with Invesco's US wealth distribution network.

By Bloomberg
US stock futures higher following sharp drop
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 22, 2025
US stock futures higher following sharp drop

Dollar remains near 15-month low.

By Bloomberg
24/7 derivatives trading gets a step closer with CFTC move
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 22, 2025
24/7 derivatives trading gets a step closer with CFTC move

Regulator is seeking input from stakeholders.

By Bloomberg
Harvard sues Trump administration over funds freeze
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 22, 2025
Harvard sues Trump administration over funds freeze

University says White House demands are 'unconstitutional'.

By Bloomberg
Federal Government to start debt collection on up to 5.3 million borrowers
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 21, 2025
Federal Government to start debt collection on up to 5.3 million borrowers

Defaulting loans to be recovered via Social Security, tax refunds and wage garnishment.

By Matthew Sellers
Employer-sponsored retirement plan participants reveal strong interest in annuities
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 21, 2025
Employer-sponsored retirement plan participants reveal strong interest in annuities

But most would want an advisor to help manage contributions

By Steve Randall
Business sentiment continues lower as upper-income investment concern grows
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 21, 2025
Business sentiment continues lower as upper-income investment concern grows

Wealthier consumers are concerned about their investments, easing spending

By Steve Randall
Trump targets Harvard's tax-exempt status. What's the upshot for charitable giving?
NEWS RIAS APR 21, 2025
Trump targets Harvard's tax-exempt status. What's the upshot for charitable giving?

RIA founders and C-suite leaders weigh in on the impact for philanthropic clients, and why now could mark a moment in time for investors to make an impact.

By Leo Almazora
Finra unveils new initiatives in efficiency, modernization push
NEWS REGULATION AND LEGISLATION APR 21, 2025
Finra unveils new initiatives in efficiency, modernization push

Smaller firms and hybrid advisors may see relief as Finra looks to ease compliance burdens and update its oversight approach.

By Leo Almazora
Younger Americans are planning more – but feeling it less
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 21, 2025
Younger Americans are planning more – but feeling it less

Estate plans and paper records may be boomer territory, but younger Americans are taking digital and emergency-prep steps – with less peace of mind.

By Leo Almazora