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Envestnet Expects Financial Advisers to Expand Further Into 401(k) Plan Business
The firm also predicts rising demand for end-to-end technology solutions and personalized services.
House Judiciary Committee Issues Subpoenas to BlackRock, State Street for ESG Documents
The Republican-controlled committee alleges collusive behavior against the fossil fuel industry by asset managers participating in climate-related initiatives.
Advisory M&A News – 12/18/23
Millennium Trust acquires NuView Trust Co.; Sage Advisory Services adds Kudu Investment Management; Atria Wealth Solutions welcomes OPOC.
IRS Publishes Revised Form 8881
The one-page form marks the symbolic start of SECURE 2.0’s enhanced tax credits for small business retirement plan startups.
Retirement Preparedness by Industry
Hospitality, agricultural workers are the least prepared for retirement, according to a Human Interest study.
SEC Suggests Retirement Assets Should Not Count Toward Accredited Investor Threshold
The regulator’s report on the accredited investor definition noted that many only qualify because of their DC plan assets.
Clorox Seeks Dismissal of 401(k) Forfeiture Complaint
The company argues in the filing that its fiduciaries followed IRS guidance on how unused retirement assets can be used.
Lincoln to Shed Wealth Division With Sale to Osaic
Lincoln has agreed to sell its $108 billion wealth management business to focus on workplace and insurance services and products.
Retirement Industry People Moves – 12/15/23
National Association of Investment Companies announces Abraham as vice president of development; Truist appoints Stengel as chief legal officer; Ameritas names new CFO; and more.
KeyBank Advisory Division Launches PEP
Institutional Advisory debuts 401(k) pooled employer plan, with Transamerica Corp. the recordkeeper and Pentegra the pooled plan administrator.
Credit Suisse Fined $10M by SEC for Not Properly Reporting State-Level Infraction
The bank had previously been cited by New Jersey for making misleading statements to investors but did not seek relief to continue advising mortgage-backed securities.
Edelman Financial Engines Acquires New England Pension Plan Systems
The acquisition is the 2nd with retirement plan business in the last month and brings $1.5 billion in assets under management to EFE.
Treasury Secondary Transaction Rule Finalized by SEC
The rule requires more trades to be centrally cleared and is intended to improve market transparency and liquidity.
MFS, Natixis Both Name New CEOs
Philippe Setbon will step into the Natixis job immediately, while Edward Maloney’s promotion at MFS will take effect in 2025.
Product & Service Launches – 12/14/23
Equitable enhances flagship investment-only variable annuity; Vanguard expands ETF lineup; AllianceBernstein launches five active ETFs; and more.
Adviser, Planner Communities Give Qualified Support for Fiduciary Proposal
The highly controversial proposal from the DOL has received support from major industry actors, including the CFP Board and FPA, at times with reservations.
Litigation Trends to Watch in 2024: Drop in TDF Suits, More Forfeiture Complaints
Attorneys from Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP discuss qualified retirement plan litigation trends for the new year.
DOL’s Fiduciary Rule Faces Uncertain Future
Although regulators are motivated to finalize the rule, it will likely face litigation, according to Capital Group’s senior counsel.
Would DOL’s Fiduciary Proposal Help or Hinder Coverage Gap?
Dissenters say the DOL’s proposed amendments would reduce access to needed retirement products.
Fiduciary Rule Proposal Faces 1st Day of Dissent, Advocacy
The DOL’s Retirement Security rule is seen as overbearing by some, necessary by others.