Federal Regulation
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FINRA Seeks to Streamline Reporting Rules on Outside Activities
By Melanie WaddellSome advisors say the rule's new framework takes away some administrative burdens and adds others.
April 28, 2025
5 Annuity Issuer Risks on the Fed's RadarOfficials are casting a wary eye on some of the riskier investments in insurers' portfolios.
April 28, 2025
Retiree Gets Jail for Role in $47M Insider Trading SchemeThe Oregon resident conspired with a Nuveen trader, now serving a six-year sentence, a court ruled.
April 25, 2025
Ray of Hope Emerges for 'Forever Bars': SEC RoundupIn four separate cases, the SEC has granted applications filed by barred professionals seeking to resume working.
April 24, 2025
Short Seller Loses Bid to Toss SEC Fraud CaseA lawsuit accuses Andrew Left of committing fraud through stock trades, social media posts and research reports.
April 24, 2025
Advisor Who Left for Raymond James Breached Contract, TD AllegesAbout 30 clients with $48 million in assets left after Adam Bracy's departure, the bank says.
April 24, 2025
Jury Finds Massachusetts Advisor Failed to Disclose Annuity Conflicts to RetireesThe verdict holds Jeffrey Cutter and his firm accountable for breaching fiduciary duties to clients, the SEC said.
April 22, 2025
Ryan Detrick: 3 Good Signs Amid Market TurmoilWhile risks are running high, the "monster under the bed" is likely not real, the Carson strategist says.