Federal Regulation
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Stifel's Bills Tied to Barred Broker Keep Growing
By Dinah Wisenberg BrinThe firm is on the hook for nearly $200 million, with more settlements coming, over Chuck Roberts' risky recommendations.
January 05, 2026
FINRA Fines, Suspends Ex-Osaic Rep Fired Over LoansRonald Ray Botello borrowed $173,000 from two senior clients without firm approval, the order states.
January 05, 2026
Advisor Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion, Faces Up to 5 Years in PrisonJefferey Arsenault of Old Greenwich Capital Advisors also agreed to pay nearly $7 million in restitution.
January 02, 2026
What the New Roth Catch-Up Mandate Means for 2026 Tax PlanningHigh-income taxpayers could find that their taxes will jump because of a lost tax deduction.
January 02, 2026
Ex-Merrill Broker Sentenced to Two Years in PrisonRajesh Markan was also ordered to pay $2.5 million to investors in a fake private equity fund.
January 02, 2026
SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw DepartsThe agency is down to three commissioners — all Republicans.
January 02, 2026
Osaic to Repay $4.6M in Cash Sweep FeesIts former American Portfolios unit didn't follow the fee calculation formula it disclosed to clients, according to FINRA.
December 23, 2025
FAQ: How to Plan for Inherited IRAsThe accounts have undergone significant changes in recent years in large part due to the Secure Act.