Former Morgan Stanley Advisers Sue DOL Over ERISA Ruling
Three ex-brokers allege the Department of Labor unlawfully aided the firm by issuing an advisory opinion that undermined pending compensation...
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Roth Catch-Up ‘Playbook’ Can Guide Advisers Through Compliance
Plan advisers can be crucial guides who ensure plan sponsors, recordkeepers and payroll providers understand Roth catch-up contributions.
Plaintiffs in Intel ERISA Case Appeal to Supreme Court
The Supreme Court will take up the case's main outcome, after already ruling on a separate part of the case...
Could Government Shutdown Delay Retirement Plan Limit Updates?
Regardless of when the IRS publishes updates to various limits in defined contribution plans, the four-week-old government shutdown will not...
Inflation, Tariffs Main Concerns Among Senior Investment Pros
Higher inflation over the next year is by far the biggest concern among surveyed insurance companies, according to a BlackRock...
With 3(38) Fiduciaries, Litigation Risk Decreases, But Still Remains
Hiring 3(38) investment managers can reduce employers’ exposure to claims tied to investment performance, but they still need to be...
Low Risk, Steady Income Are Retirement Priorities for Investors
Financial advisers were less risk-averse and preferred a longer time horizon for retirement planning than surveyed investors, according to Capital...
Trian, General Catalyst Propose Acquisition of Janus Henderson
Janus Henderson’s board of directors will appoint a special committee to consider the nonbinding takeover offer, which values the company...
Equitable to Acquire Stifel Independent Advisors
Stifel Financial’s independent broker/dealer and registered investment advisory firm has more than 110 advisers with approximately $9 billion in assets...
Retirement Industry Deals and People Moves – 10/24/2025
Bluespring Wealth Partners adds 3 executives; Financial Planning Association appoints CEO; Envestnet names new CTO; and more.
Social Security Benefits to Increase by 2.8% in 2026
The average monthly benefit for retired workers will rise to $2,064 from $2,008, starting in January, following the announcement of...
Workers Prefer ‘Human Touch’ During Open Enrollment Process
More than six out of 10 surveyed employees wanted human interaction when discussing sensitive life events in the context of...
Product & Service Launches – 10/24/2025
Franklin Templeton expands ETF offerings; ISS STOXX unveils real asset climate solutions; Aberdeen Investment expands active ETF lineup; and more.
How Advisers Right Retirement Planning Gone Awry
From helping clients regain a sense of financial control to locating held-away retirement accounts, Pontera details the key roles filled...
Roth Compliance Tops Advisers’ Q4 To-Do List
SECURE 2.0 provisions concerning Roth catch-up contributions and plan forfeitures need to top of mind for plan advisers for the...
Edward Jones Expands Retirement Plans With Nationwide, Voya Products
Clients will also gain access to a digital third-party administrator and a digital financial wellness platform.
IAA, Schwab Enter ‘Strategic Relationship’
The trade association and custodian announced they will collaborate on industry advocacy and resources for registered investment advisers.
Advisory M&A News – 10/22/2025
Creative Planning acquires Financial Abundance; AlphaCore acquires SPC Financial; Prime Capital Financial adds tax advisory services; and more.
Vestwell Debuts PEP for Small 401(k) Plans
The defined contribution pooled employer plan is best suited for plans with more than 80 participants and less than $2.5...
Only 10% of Pre-Retirees Want to Wait for Maximum Social Security Benefits
More than one-third of surveyed workers told Schroders they would not delay claiming Social Security until age 70 because they...