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Get the latest news and insights on the Department of Labor's moves around the fiduciary rule, other financial regulations, enforcement actions and more.
Will Courts Crush DOL's New Fiduciary Rule Soon? Don't Count on It.
By Melanie WaddellFor now, the only safe course of action is to comply by Sept. 23, lawyer Fred Reish says.
May 08, 2024
Fee Savings From DOL Fiduciary Rule Could Top $55B: MorningstarTwo groups of investors will likely feel the biggest impact, according to a Morningstar report.
May 06, 2024
How Fixed Annuities Beat Mutual Funds in a DOL Fiduciary Rule Asset TableThe reason for the odd 10-year growth results lies deep in the heart of Federal Reserve financial data.
May 06, 2024
Final DOL Agent Fiduciary Exemption Covers More Comp TypesIt also exempts more activities, but conflicts with Reg BI could hurt, legal analysts warn.
May 02, 2024
New DOL Fiduciary Rule Hit With First LawsuitFACC seeks to stop the rule from taking effect during its existing case against DOL.
May 01, 2024
Former Merrill Advisor Sues Over Unvested CommissionsKelly Milligan contends he had to forfeit over $500,000 in deferred commissions.
May 01, 2024
Fiduciary Rule Lawsuit? Bring It, DOL Chief SaysActing Labor Secretary Su says the rule can withstand a court challenge. A GOP congressman isn't so sure.
April 29, 2024
Stifel CEO Says Final DOL Rule Is 'Less Restrictive' Than He FearedBut Ronald Kruszewski and Principal CEO Dan Houston still have concerns.