Financial Engines-Edelman Deal: Where Are the Synergies?
By Janet LevauxThe deal is 'interesting' but raises questions about what Edelman gets out of it, consultant Tim Welsh says.
April 27, 2018
Clayton: SEC Broker Conduct Rule Embodies 'Core Fiduciary Principles''We've sought to harmonize the actual duties that are owed' by brokers and investment advisors, Clayton tells lawmakers.
April 26, 2018
Morningstar Prepares to Launch Its Own FundsIn an amended filing with the SEC the mutual fund rating agency and portfolio strategist discloses the nine funds that will become the Morningstar Funds Trust.
April 26, 2018
LPL Cuts Pricing Across Corporate, Hybrid RIA PlatformsThe firm plans to launch a no-transaction-fee mutual fund network.
April 26, 2018
RBC Wealth Adds 4 Wells Fargo Advisors: Recruiting RoundupMeanwhile, an LPL affiliate, D.A. Davidson and First Republic pick up reps from Merrill; Kestra Financial, Ameriprise, Triad Advisors and others announce new recruits and hires.
April 25, 2018
RIAs Could See Record M&A Level in 2018: ReportEchelon Partners says that the number of deals set a new record in 2017 and projects that number will rise again this year
April 25, 2018
73% of Advisors Don't Have a Written Succession Plan: FPAMany advisors can relate to the cobbler whose children have no shoes.
April 23, 2018
Pershing Launches New Retirement Plan Oversight Tool: Portfolio ProductsVestwell Partners also introduced a new retirement platform and Harvest added a new hub for practice management.