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INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 29, 2019
Goldman Sachs sued for 'unlawful' 401(k) management

A former employee claims the company acted out of self-interest and disregarded the well-being of participants by using in-house mutual funds.

By Greg Iacurci
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 29, 2019
FPA selects 11 chapters to participate in trial run

OneFPA aimed at boosting member engagement by centralizing administrative functions.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 29, 2019
HighTower growth strategy shows no fear of buying high

The $71 billion RIA consolidator acquires its fourth $1-billion-plus firm this year.

By Jeff Benjamin
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 29, 2019
LPL, Raymond James led gains in adviser headcount last quarter

Meanwhile, the number of advisers at the wirehouses continues to slip.

By Bruce Kelly
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION OCT 29, 2019
SEC reportedly probing AIG sales practices for retirement products

Insurer's stock drops on report the agency is looking at the unit that handles retirement plans for school districts and universities.

By Bloomberg
Finra bars former Raymond James rep over churning allegations
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Finra bars former Raymond James rep over churning allegations

Stuart Nichols, who failed to take part in hearing, was discharged last year.

By InvestmentNews
This week marks beginning of a seasonal rally
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
This week marks beginning of a seasonal rally

Today begins a six-month run that historically trounces the performance of the prior six-month period.

By Jeff Benjamin
Hybrid managing $191 million moves to Commonwealth from Cetera
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Hybrid managing $191 million moves to Commonwealth from Cetera

Great Scott Financial Services is based in Bethlehem, Pa.

By InvestmentNews
Allworth Financial acquires $2.8 billion RIA
RIAS OCT 28, 2019
Allworth Financial acquires $2.8 billion RIA

PE-backed Allworth reaches $7.5 billion under management as it marks its fifth deal this year

By Jeff Benjamin
Private bankers are chasing the uber-rich in Germany
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Private bankers are chasing the uber-rich in Germany

Firms see opportunity despite the country's slumping economy and the fierce competition there among private banks.

By Bloomberg
Adding value during health insurance open enrollment
OPINION OCT 28, 2019
Adding value during health insurance open enrollment

Michael Policar carves out a niche helping clients navigate their health insurance plan options.

By Jeff Benjamin
Ex-UBS star broker called a 'bitch' by her boss wins $1.6 million discrimination claim
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Ex-UBS star broker called a 'bitch' by her boss wins $1.6 million discrimination claim

Christine Carona was producing $2.1 million in revenue, but had a difficult working relationship with her branch manager.

By Bruce Kelly
Fed will spark 'temper tantrum' by holding rates, Jefferies says
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Fed will spark 'temper tantrum' by holding rates, Jefferies says

U.S.-China trade tensions and Brexit uncertainty have diminished, while the gap between the Fed's policy stance and that of other central banks has narrowed, economist says.

By Bloomberg
Fixed income is still a mystery to many investors
OPINION OCT 28, 2019
Fixed income is still a mystery to many investors

A survey shows many Americans admit to having little knowledge about various fixed-income securities and how to invest in them.

By Brian Chappatta
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Hybrid managing $191 million moves to Commonwealth from Cetera

Great Scott Financial Services is based in Bethlehem, Pa.

By InvestmentNews
Finra bars former Raymond James rep over churning allegations
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Finra bars former Raymond James rep over churning allegations

Stuart Nichols, who failed to take part in hearing, was discharged last year.

By InvestmentNews
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Private bankers are chasing the uber-rich in Germany

Firms see opportunity despite the country's slumping economy and the fierce competition there among private banks.

By Bloomberg
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Allworth Financial acquires $2.8 billion RIA

PE-backed Allworth reaches $7.5 billion under management as it marks its fifth deal this year.

By Jeff Benjamin
Ex-UBS star broker called a 'bitch' by her boss wins $1.6 million discrimination claim
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Ex-UBS star broker called a 'bitch' by her boss wins $1.6 million discrimination claim

Christine Carona was producing $2.1 million in revenue, but had a difficult working relationship with her branch manager.

By Bruce Kelly
INDUSTRY NEWS OCT 28, 2019
Fed will spark 'temper tantrum' by holding rates, Jefferies says

U.S.-China trade tensions and Brexit uncertainty have diminished, while the gap between the Fed's policy stance and that of other central banks has narrowed, economist says.

By Bloomberg