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George Floyd Lawyer Joins Wells Fargo Racial-Disparity Lawsuit
By Shawn DonnanA recent investigation found the bank approved 47% of Black applicants for mortgage refinancing vs. 72% of white applicants.
April 13, 2022
Ex-Morgan Stanley Rep Inflated Clients' Net Worth, FINRA SaysThe rep circumvented limits on non-investment grade bonds, leading to his firing and suspension, according to FINRA.
April 12, 2022
LPL CEO's Pay Rises 77%Despite the pay bump, Dan Arnold's pay is considerably less than CEOs at rival firms including Morgan Stanley.
April 11, 2022
Wells Fargo Appeals Arb Ruling Struck Down in CourtThe findings in the judge's order "are false and wholly unsupported by the record," Wells Fargo Advisors states.
April 11, 2022
Advisors Want a Spot Crypto ETF: Nasdaq SurveyMore than 70% of crypto-embracing advisors would more likely invest client assets in crypto if a spot ETF was available.
April 08, 2022
Nearly All Merrill Brokers Expected to Shift to Teams by 2030While it's unclear if teaming will be required, such a mandate could prompt some advisors to flee, recruiters say.
April 08, 2022
UBS Wealth Unit Launches Group to Focus on Inclusive InvestingThe effort, led by Karen Sunderam, aims to improve outcomes for underrepresented or marginalized groups.
April 06, 2022
4 Ways to Help Clients Maximize Their Charitable ImpactA Morgan Stanley expert in philanthropy management shares strategies for advisors to use in guiding their clients toward proactive giving.