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UBS revamps unit for wealthiest clients
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT MAR 01, 2022
UBS revamps unit for wealthiest clients

The business group formerly known as the Global Family Office is being folded into a larger unit in an effort to link the bank's work serving billionaires more closely to its investment banking business.

By Bloomberg
Supreme Court refuses to hear challenge to CalSavers
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 28, 2022
Supreme Court refuses to hear challenge to CalSavers

California prevailed in a legal battle over its auto-IRA program.

By InvestmentNews
Envestnet is reportedly up for sale — again
FINTECH FEB 28, 2022
Envestnet is reportedly up for sale — again

The fintech is reportedly being shopped around to private equity firms in what could potentially become one of the largest wealthtech deals to date.

By Sean Allocca
More intense SEC scrutiny of private equity not likely to dull appetite for RIA acquisition
ALTERNATIVES FEB 28, 2022
More intense SEC scrutiny of private equity not likely to dull appetite for RIA acquisition

Experts say an SEC proposal would significantly raise regulatory costs but the robust PE sector should maintain its transactional pace.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Wealthtech funding had 'record-shattering' 2021
RIAS FEB 28, 2022
Wealthtech funding had 'record-shattering' 2021

The world’s largest firms are betting that new tools from wealthtech providers, ranging from AI to robotic process automation and blockchain systems, can help slash costs while increasing assets.

By Sean Allocca
Russian invasion and sanctions drive oil price rally
EQUITIES FEB 28, 2022
Russian invasion and sanctions drive oil price rally

While the S&P 500 Index has fallen 6% so far this year, some exchange-traded funds that focus on the oil sector have surged.

By Jeff Benjamin
Study estimates $1.96 trillion jump in 401(k) balances from loan protections
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 28, 2022
Study estimates $1.96 trillion jump in 401(k) balances from loan protections

EBRI research suggests automatic loan insurance program would reduce savings deficit.

By InvestmentNews
Edward Jones rep managing $156 million goes indie with Raymond James
ADVISOR MOVES FEB 28, 2022
Edward Jones rep managing $156 million goes indie with Raymond James

Terry Estes joins Freedom Street Partners, a partnership of independent advisers affiliated with Raymond James Financial Services Inc.

By InvestmentNews
US ETFs show extent of damage to Russian stocks
EQUITIES FEB 28, 2022
US ETFs show extent of damage to Russian stocks

Russia's stock market is closed, but the VanEck Russia ETF and the iShares MSCI Russia Capped ETF plunged 26% and 20%, respectively, in U.S. trading early Monday.

By Bloomberg
Some memorable exchanges with clients
OPINION FEB 28, 2022
Some memorable exchanges with clients

In the course of working with clients on financial planning, some are comfortable enough to talk about parts of their personal lives.

By Michael Broad
Avoid playing catch-up: Getting a fast start in your firm’s ESG journey
OPINION FEB 28, 2022
Avoid playing catch-up: Getting a fast start in your firm’s ESG journey

Begin by getting alignment from senior leaders, conducting a materiality assessment, picking the right reporting framework and engaging with investors.

By Keir Gumbs
Selling stocks now entails too much risk: JPMorgan
EQUITIES FEB 28, 2022
Selling stocks now entails too much risk: JPMorgan

The bank's analysts note that most military conflicts end up turning into buying opportunities.

By Bloomberg
Have financial adviser, will travel
RIAS FEB 25, 2022
Have financial adviser, will travel

Jake Northrup caters to upper-income clients who don't subscribe to a 9-to-5, work-till-you're-65 mindset.

By Jeff Benjamin
Barred broker set to fight pro athletes’ allegations of fraud
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION FEB 25, 2022
Barred broker set to fight pro athletes’ allegations of fraud

The lawyer representing Darryl Cohen says Cohen's clients didn't lose money. The lawyer for the athletes says the cases center on the diversion of funds, not overall profitability.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
Goldman probed by SEC over messages sent using unapproved services
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 25, 2022
Goldman probed by SEC over messages sent using unapproved services

In December, the SEC and CFTC imposed $200 million in fines on JPMorgan Chase over messaging apps.

By Bloomberg
5 essentials to secure the best valuation for your firm
OPINION FEB 25, 2022
5 essentials to secure the best valuation for your firm

If you're thinking of selling, you should be considering factors like the rate at which your firm is growing, your relationship with your employees, the age of your clients and the state of your tech stack.

By Rick Kent
401(k) plan participants sue Ricoh over fees
RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 25, 2022
401(k) plan participants sue Ricoh over fees

Participants allege the plan allowed Alight Solutions to charge too much for record keeping.

By InvestmentNews
Firms outline DEI efforts for Black History Month
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT FEB 25, 2022
Firms outline DEI efforts for Black History Month

Financial services companies recognize Black History Month, and DiversityQ has guidance for being a better ally.

By Emile Hallez
Cetera wins $59 million program at Kentucky credit union
BROKER DEALERS FEB 25, 2022
Cetera wins $59 million program at Kentucky credit union

Abound Credit Union was formerly affiliated with CUNA Brokerage Services.

By InvestmentNews
Retirees taking lump-sum payouts are depleting them faster
INDUSTRY NEWS FEB 25, 2022
Retirees taking lump-sum payouts are depleting them faster

A MetLife study finds the money was gone after 5½ years for 34% who took a lump-sum payment.

By InvestmentNews