SEC
Get the latest news and insights on the Securities and Exchange Commission's' financial regulations (such as Regulation Best Interest), enforcement actions and related activities.
November 07, 2024
SEC Enforcement Chief Doubles Down on Need for Texting CrackdownThe division considers the firm's size and regulated parts to ensure an adequate penalty, Sanjay Wadhwa said.
November 07, 2024
What's at Stake in the Ameriprise-LPL Fight Over Client DataAmeriprise accuses LPL of encouraging recruits to abscond with client data; LPL says Ameriprise aims to restrict competition.
November 05, 2024
Ex-Merrill Wealth Chief Launches RIAThe new firm, Indivisible Partners, will launch in the first quarter, John Thiel says.
November 04, 2024
Robo-Advisor's Pro Athlete Ads Broke Marketing Rule, SEC SaysAds featuring a pro soccer player and MMA fighters who were not clients lacked disclosures, the SEC says.
November 01, 2024
Race for Private-Credit ETFs to Face SEC ScrutinyA planned State Street-Apollo ETF will have to comply with a rule that caps illiquid investments in a fund's net assets at 15%.
November 01, 2024
JPMorgan Pays $151M to Settle Slate of SEC ComplaintsOne issue involved a Reg BI violation for steering clients into pricey mutual fund investments despite cheaper alternatives.
October 31, 2024
LPL Discloses $18M Charge, but No Arnold Updates on Q3 CallThe firm, now led by Rich Steinmeier, expects an SEC settlement related to anti-money laundering controls.
October 30, 2024
SEC Hit These 6 Firms With Reg BI Fines in 2024The SEC cracked down this year after industry complaints that FINRA was taking the lead.
October 30, 2024
Cetera Launches Regulatory Risk-O-MeterThe new resource is designed to help advisors measure and navigate developing regulatory risks.
October 29, 2024
What the Election Could Mean for SEC, DOLChanges will be afoot at the regulatory agencies, especially if Trump wins the White House.