Search results for: SCO
Advisory M&A News – 1/29/24
Bernstein Private Wealth Management expands ultra-high-net-worth platform; Cetera completes minority investment in Wilde Wealth Management Group; Wealth Enhancement Group announces addition of Shawn M. Scott team.
Retirement Industry People Moves – 1/26/24
Dimensional names Rizova co-CIO; Shelton Capital Management targets retirement market growth; MissionSquare Research recruits retirement research head; and more.
Delta, Amazon Point to Importance of Emergency Savings For Employees
Benefits representatives discussed the importance of emergency saving assistance for employees at the EBRI-Milken Retirement Symposium.
Nuts & Bolts: QDIAs
What new advisers need to know about qualified default investment alternatives in retirement plans.
Concerns About Scope 3 Disclosure Continue to Haunt SEC Climate Disclosure Proposal
A House subcommittee hearing resulted in significant opposition from agricultural interests.
Advisers Prioritizing Roth Provisions From SECURE 2.0
According to Escalent research, advisers are more likely to focus on immediate or traditional plan provisions with sponsors.
Crossmark’s Doll Named CEO, Keeping CIO Role
Bob Doll, known for his annual market predictions, is adding the CEO and president roles to his position as Mike Kern steps down.
Product & Service Launches – 1/11/24
UAW Members at GM, Stellantis to gain access to Hueler lifetime income solutions; Franklin Templeton, Valkyrie, WisdomTree launch bitcoin ETFs; FinFit introduces SafetyNet platform to facilitate emergency savings;...
Institutional Assets Held Only Slight Edge On Retail in 2023
Institutional asset channels hits $30.9 trillion in 2023 as compared to $30 trillion for U.S. retail clients, according to a new Cerulli report.
Product Partnerships – 1/10/24
NIPA, WIPN enhance professional development, networking opportunities; FusionIQ announces partnership with Kinecta Federal Credit Union; Ameritas and Ethos launch Index Universal Life Product.
US Savers Estimate Lack of Financial Knowledge Cost Them $1,500 in ‘23
A plan advisory head says the financial industry should play an important role in combatting that knowledge gap.
T. Rowe Price Announces Retirement Strategy Team
The investment manager and retirement recordkeeper made the announcement as it highlights retirement saving trends, including personalization and diversification.
401(k) Litigation Continues At ‘Fever Pitch’
Euclid Fiduciary’s litigation summary shows a dip in lawsuits in 2023, but signs of an uptick this year.
50 House Reps Push Back On DOL Fiduciary Proposal
Bipartisan group urges DOL to ‘withdraw and cease efforts’ to move ahead with retirement security rule targeting annuities and one-time rollover advice.
Retirement Industry People Moves – 1/5/24
2 new Nationwide leaders will focus on product solutions; Kane assumes role as president of Financial Planning Association; Edelman Financial Engines appoints Hanley as chief marketing officer; and...
Fiduciary Proposal Comment Period Ends With More Mixed Feedback
The IAA and Morningstar offered conditional support to the Department of Labor’s proposal and the ACLI called for a full withdrawal.
Crossmark’s Doll Projects Long-Predicted Recession to Materialize in 2024
Market forecaster Bob Doll believes a shallow recession is due, given lagging effects of monetary tightening.
Client Retention Today
401(k) marketers and advisers give tips on business development in an age of compressed fees, social media and busy schedules.
Market Watchers See Return to ‘Normal’ in ’24
Retirement savings portfolios may see less volatility next year, according to Bank of America, Goldman, LPL and Vanguard.
Appeals Court Sets Aside Share Repurchase Disclosure Rule
The SEC could not meet a 30-day deadline to correct issues in the rule.