Federal Regulation
Get the latest news and insights on regulatory developments affecting financial advisors and the stock market and trading, including news about the SEC, DOL, IRS and the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority.
Creditor Protection Trust Fails Under Court Scrutiny
By Robert Bloink and William H. ByrnesA recently decided case underscores the importance of understanding states' limitations around shielding assets.
April 23, 2026
Ex-CFA Institute Executive Pleads Guilty to $6M TheftMichael J. Collins, CFA Institute's former chief marketing officer, embezzled almost $6 million from the group and another company.
April 23, 2026
Supreme Court Voices Little Interest in More Curbs on SECThe justices weighed restricting the financial watchdog's power to collect ill-gotten gains.
April 23, 2026
Branch Manager Suspended at Firm Accused of Widespread ChurningA New York branch manager failed to supervise 39 reps' trading misconduct, FINRA's order states.
April 23, 2026
Goldman Sachs Says Ex-Star Banker Leissner Is Hiding Its MoneyTim Leissner collected more than $20 million in compensation while carrying out frauds involving Malaysia's 1MDB fund, Goldman says.
April 21, 2026
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April 21, 2026
SEC Chief Touts Renewed Focus on Individuals, Fraud"Holding individual wrongdoers accountable" promotes "stronger deterrence and better safeguards for investors," Paul Atkins says.