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.
How to Surprise-Proof the Medicare Surcharge
By Jeff JudgeAdvisors can help clients manage premium shocks to their health insurance — without overpromising.
May 20, 2026
Barney Frank, Key Lawmaker During Financial Crisis, Dies at 86He co-authored the sweeping Dodd-Frank Act that overhauled U.S. financial regulation.
May 19, 2026
BD Fined $100K Over Deferred VA ExchangesWorld Investments failed to supervise recommendations of annuity switches, FINRA finds.
May 19, 2026
FINRA Launches Structured Notes SweepThe regulator is zeroing in on Reg BI obligations tied to non-principal protected "worst-of" structured notes.
May 18, 2026
Broker Accused of Trading in Dead Client's AccountJohn Polemis also took $28,000 in loans from the client and didn't repay him, FINRA alleges.
May 15, 2026
Merrill Settles With Ex-Miami Dolphin for $1.25MFormer cornerback Sean Smith had sought $3.5 million in damages tied to a now-barred broker.
May 15, 2026
SEC to Remain 'Active' in Pursuing Advisor CasesThe agency will also focus on retail investor fraud, according to its new enforcement chief, David Woodcock.
May 15, 2026
Generative AI Is a Powerful Tool for Advisors, With LimitsThe firms that succeed in using AI agents will be the ones that prioritize effective governance.