October 14th, 2019

Adviser M&A Acceleration Evident in Q3 Transaction Numbers Registered investment adviser-focused deal volume for the first three quarters of 2019 has already surpassed last year’s total activity for the channel, according to Fidelity Clearing and Custody Solutions Read more > IRS Announces Public Hearing on Proposed MEP Rules Allowing open MEPs is a key component of the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement Act (SECURE Act)—a bill remains stalled in the U.S. Senate. Read more > 2020 Awards Nominations Are Open The deadline for the Plan Sponsor of the Year awards nominations is November 8. Read more > Retirement Industry People Moves Acadian appoints leader of global client group; Empower adds CIO for IT leadership; TRA acquires retirement consulting and administration firms; and more. Read more > MOST READ ARTICLES

Sponsored message from MetLife What’s the key to a more secure retirement for plan participants? Steady, reliable growth to help them stay the course with MetLife Stable Value Solutions. Read more > Equity Factor Investing ‘Factors’ help sponsors share their plan’s liability profile. Read more > Student Loan Repayment Programs Employers are starting to note the option’s role in promoting wellness. Read more > Market Mirror Friday, the Dow gained 319.92 points (1.21%) to finish at 26,816.59, the NASDAQ closed 106.26 points (1.34%) higher at 8,057.04, and the S&P 500 increased 32.14 points (1.09%) to 2,970.27. The Russell 2000 was up 26.54 points (1.79%) at 1,511.90, and the Wilshire 5000 climbed 353.58 points (1.18%) to 30,278.01.   The price of the 10-year Treasury note decreased 28/32, bringing its yield up to 1.739%. The price of the 30-year Treasury bond fell 31/32, increasing its yield to 2.204%.   WEEK’S WORTH: For the week ending October 11, the Dow gained 0.91%, the NASDAQ climbed 0.93%, and the S&P 500 was up 0.62%. The Russell 2000 finished 0.75% higher, and the Wilshire 5000 increased 0.62%.

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