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Fiduciary Fight Set to Move to More States After Massachusetts Ruling
By Melanie WaddellA Massachusetts decision opens doors for stricter rules elsewhere, even as Labor's rule could be out this month.
October 02, 2023
New IRS Guidance Provides Money Market Fund Wash Sale ReliefThe guidance lets investors avoid "significant unwarranted tax reporting complexities" from a new SEC rule, a lawyer says.
September 29, 2023
SEC Proposes Tightening RILA RegistrationThe complex index-linked products would use an updated form aligned more closely with their characteristics.
September 29, 2023
Osaic Wealth, Affiliate BDs Broke Custody Rule: SECThe firms failed to obtain independent verification of client funds and securities of which the firms had custody.
September 29, 2023
SEC Drops New Wave of WhatsApp Fines on BDs, Advisory FirmsBaird and Interactive Brokers are among the firms that agreed to pay penalties.
September 28, 2023
SEC Finalizing 19 New Settlements in Wall Street WhatsApp Probe: ReutersThe settlements are with investment advisors and broker dealers, according to the report, with details expected by Sept. 30.
September 26, 2023
AssetMark to Pay $18.3M Over Revenue SharingThe SEC says the firm didn't disclose conflicts of interest tied to its cash sweep program and payments from some custodians.
September 26, 2023
SEC Charges Firm With Inflating AUM on Form ADVVista Financial Advisors repeatedly failed to corroborate its asset levels, the SEC said.