Federal Regulation
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Stifel Advisor Linked to $132M Arb Award Has Left the Firm
By Dinah Wisenberg BrinArbitration awards and judgments involving Chuck Roberts exceed $166 million, his FINRA BrokerCheck record shows.
July 10, 2025
Merrill Ordered to Pay Clients Nearly $3.7M Over PE Investments“This is the largest FINRA customer award against Merrill Lynch this decade," the clients' lawyer said.
July 10, 2025
Debate: Is Permanent 100% Bonus Depreciation in Trump Tax Law a Good Thing?The increase in year one applies to qualified property acquired and placed into service on or after Jan. 19.
July 09, 2025
Jefferies Advisor in Miami Barred by FINRAThe former wealth advisor refused to provide the regulator with information it had requested.
July 09, 2025
Court Fines Annuity Holder for Arguing Income Taxes Are VoluntaryThe judge added a $1,000 frivolous-position penalty to the total the taxpayer owed.
July 08, 2025
6 Reasons Social Security Is Getting Even ShakierSignificant concerns include a high pace of deportations and longer lifespans, Alicia Munnell writes.
July 07, 2025
Debate: Should 401(k)s Allow Private Equity Investments?A potential executive order would direct Labor and the SEC to identify ways to integrate nontraditional options.
July 02, 2025
401(k) Warning: Don't Confuse 'After-Tax' With RothWhen a 401(k) account contains both pre- and after-tax dollars, the pro rata rule applies to distributions.