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Questions Arise on Broker Protocol Manager as Morgan Stanley Exits
By Janet LevauxThe law firm in charge of the agreement has powerful clients who are signatories, which could cause conflicts, two attorneys say.
October 27, 2017
More Retirement Plans Add Auto-Enrollment, Auto-Escalation FeaturesA survey by Alight Solutions covering nearly 10 million employees and $775 billion in assets found an increase in these savings-boosting strategies.
October 25, 2017
$2B Trilogy Group Transitions From NPH to LPLIn other news, Ameriprise recruits Wells Fargo reps with nearly $370 million in assets.
October 25, 2017
Who Wins, Who Loses in Defeat of the CFPB Anti-Arb RuleLike many battles in Washington these days, the Senate vote against the CFPB rule pits consumer groups against financial institutions and their representatives.
October 25, 2017
Senate Votes to Kill CFPB Anti-Arbitration RuleThe rule is aimed at making it easier for customers to sue banks. Vice President Pence cast the tiebreaking vote.
October 24, 2017
Senate Preparing to Overturn CFPB Anti-Arbitration RuleThe House has already voted to void the CFPB rule, and the Senate could vote as early as today or tonight.
October 23, 2017
TD Ameritrade Clients Can Now Trade on Facebook MessengerThe brokerage is also working on extending trading capabilities to other technology platforms including Amazon and Twitter, according to an official.
October 20, 2017
Advisor Charged With Stealing $9M From Elderly Woman’s Foundation: EnforcementMeanwhile, a Massachusetts advisor is accused of steering clients into funds in which he had an interest.