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BlackRock Survey: Computer Trading Created 'Flash Crash'
By John SullivanAn overreliance on computer systems and high-frequency trading were the primary drivers that contributed to the extreme market volatility on May 6, 2010, a BlackRock survey of advisors finds.
August 10, 2010
Experts Agree at Schwab Gathering: More ETFs on the WayNumber of funds and ETF flows both expected to grow.
August 10, 2010
Fed Leaves Rates Unchanged; Historic Lows Expected for 'Extended Period'The Federal Reserve's policymakers kept interest rates at historic lows on August 10 as the nation's economy continues to struggle against deflation threats, lackluster growth, and the possibility of a double-dip recession.
August 10, 2010
Five Questions for a Top Retirement AdvisorWhat retirement issue has hit you or your clients out of left field and how did you solve it? Stress on the portfolio from...
August 09, 2010
Construction Unemployment Rate Hits 17.3%There were 11,000 jobs lost in the construction industry between June and July 2010, raising that key industry's unemployment rate to 17.3%, compared to an overall jobless rate of 9.5%, the Labor Dept. reported.
August 09, 2010
Mercer Launches New Research Series on Equity and Bond MarketsTwo new series of "Perspectives" have been launched by consulting firm Mercer, one issued by its equity boutique and the other by its bond boutique.
August 09, 2010
Wells Fargo Boosts Support of Independent Advisors; Parent Company Predicts Lost Revenue from ReformsWells Fargo Advisor group includes 15,102 financial advisors and 5,094 licensed bankers with $1.1 trillion in assets under management.
August 09, 2010
Wells Fargo Boosts Support of RIAs; Parent Predicts Lost Revenue from ReformsWells Fargo Advisors says its independent brokerage arm is expanding and realigning its supervision team "in anticipation of continued growth." Advisors affiliating with the group has grown 24% over the past 18 months.