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When a 'JumpStart' Is Needed
Some advisers are working to redefine what the typical entrance into the brokerage and advisory world looks like, shifting the focus away from sales quotas and business development and toward a more holistic, humanistic way of doing business. 
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Bellwether IBM Stock Drop ERISA Lawsuit Settlement Published
The case history of IBM v. Jander shows the importance, but also the limitations, of Supreme Court rulings in fiduciary breach cases involving ERISA.
Today’s Most Read
1. 2026 PLANADVISER Adviser Value Survey
2. BlackRock Trends Report Points to More Retirement Income, Participant Communication
3. Americans Ready—but Not Prepared—to Retire
Upcoming Webinar: ESG and ERISA Plans
We will discuss how asset managers are putting environmental, social and governance investing themes to work. Particular attention will be paid to the regulatory environment and the potential to pursue greater investment returns by seeking out companies with higher ESG ratings.
A New Telling of the Story of Persistent Inequality
The interest rate regime embraced to combat strong inflation of the mid-1970s and early 1980s has had unintended consequences—including the development of historic levels of wealth inequality. Yakov Feygin says there’s a lot that can be done to turn things around.
The Latest Word on ESG
In terms of plan investing, fiduciary duty continues to come first.
Market Mirror Market Mirror Graph

Tuesday, the Dow closed 96.95 points (0.29%) lower at 33,430.24, the Nasdaq was down 7.21 points (0.05%) at 13,698.38, and the S&P 500 decreased 3.97 points (0.10%) to 4,073.94. The Russell 2000 climbed 63.36 points (2.89%) to 2,259.15, and the Wilshire 5000 was up 9.84 points (0.02%) at 42,815.64.

The price of the 10-year Treasury note increased 26/32, bringing its yield down to 1.654%. The price of the 30-year Treasury bond climbed 28/32, decreasing its yield to 2.320%.
Industry Intel Roundup Featured Webinars
PLANADVISER is pleased to present the next edition of our Industry Intelligence roundup. This week, we are featuring webinars sponsored by or featuring experts in the industry. The content was created to supply actionable insights to retirement plan advisers regarding client service and practice management.
March 11, 2026
Showcasing Adviser Value
Join PLANADVISER as we share results of our 2026 Adviser Value Survey. Sponsors of retirement plans of all types and sizes let us know what they value in their advisers and how advisers meet their needs and those of the plan and participants. Speakers will also discuss strategies for showcasing value to clients and prospects and for pricing services appropriately.
June 10, 2026
The Recordkeeping Landscape
Changing demographics and advancing technology are shaping recordkeeper service models and platforms. Learn what tools and resources advisers need in a recordkeeping partner and how recordkeepers deliver. Speakers will also discuss elements of optimal adviser/recordkeeper relationships.
September 9, 2026
Broadening the Appeal of the Industry
A large percentage of financial advisers—including those who work with retirement plans—are older than 50, and close to 40% are expected to retire within the next 10 years, according to research from Cerulli Associates and Commonwealth. To continue serving plan sponsors and participants, the industry must attract fresh, diverse talent across both advisory and support roles. In this webinar, retirement plan advisory firm staff will share what attracted them to the industry and what keeps them there. Speakers will discuss strategies for drawing in new talent and potential talent pipelines.
December 10, 2025
Alternative Investments in DC Plans
A Trump executive order has opened the door for alternative investments, such as private equity and cryptocurrency, to be included in defined contribution plan investment menus, and providers have already begun offering solutions. What does the executive order say, exactly? What additional guidance is needed? What about this should advisers be discussing with their clients? Listen as industry experts discuss the potential implications for plan sponsors and participants as well as the mechanics of including alternative investments in DC plans.
Sponsored by ACI | November 19, 2025
Retirement Realities – What Sponsors May Be Missing
What do plan sponsors believe about retirement readiness, and how does that compare to what participants actually feel? During this webinar, Glenn Dial, Senior Retirement Strategist at American Century Investments, will unpack the findings from the firm’s 12th Annual Retirement Survey. He’ll explore where sponsor and participant perspectives align – and where they diverge – on key issues like savings confidence, market risk, and retirement income expectations. Glenn will also touch on the evolving role of target date funds (TDFs) and how guaranteed income is being viewed in today’s defined contribution landscape. This session is designed to help retirement professionals better understand the sentiment gaps and take action to close them. What You’ll Learn: • Fresh insights from the 2025 Retirement Survey • Key disconnects between plan sponsors and participants • Perspectives on market risk, TDFs, and retirement income • Strategic considerations for plan design and communication Whether you're a plan sponsor, advisor, or industry stakeholder, this webinar will help you rethink how retirement plans can better serve the people they’re built for. For Financial Professional Use Only/Not For Distribution To The Public The information is not intended as a personalized recommendation or fiduciary advice and should not be relied upon for investment, accounting, legal or tax advice. ©2025 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.
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