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Young Investors Tend to Fall for Online Financial Misinformation
Surveys also indicate they would trust financial professionals more if the advisers leveraged AI-generated advice.
Insurer Alliant Expands Retirement Plan Footprint
Alliant acquires Connecticut-based retirement plan consultancy and TPA as part of its ‘selective’ retirement acquisition strategy.
Financial Advisers Plan to Increase Alt Exposure in ’24
An annual CAIS-Mercer study finds bullishness for alts, though adding them to workplace retirement plans will take finesse, according to an expert.
Inspector General Report Calls for Greater EBSA Authority
The report argues that EBSA should have more authority over the Federal Thrift Plan and resources to conduct audits.
Americans Remain More Wary of Inflation Than Retirement Shortfall
Fears about both inflation risk and retirement income remain elevated, per annuities and insurance provider F&G.
Mercer to Acquire Vanguard’s US OCIO Division
Mercer will add to its not-for-profit outsourced investments and retirement consulting capabilities.
Passive Mutual Fund Assets to Surpass Active in ’24
Passive is taking a lead, particularly in qualified retirement plans, but active advisers are making inroads in other areas, according to Cerulli and other researchers.
NASAA Proposal of Best Adviser Practices Receives Pushback
Critics say the proposal recommended to states goes beyond the SEC’s Reg BI and endangers annuity products and educational materials.
Tyson Foods Employees Allege Excessive 401(k) Plan Fees
The plaintiffs’ complaint included a detailed comparison of allegedly similar, lower-cost recordkeeper fees for the plan with $3.2B in assets.
Advisory M&A News – 12/4/23
Creative Planning announces acquisition of Daniels + Tansey; Perigon Wealth Management welcomes Wealth Advisors Inc.; Advisers Medelberg and Koziatek join UBS.
Hub Lands AFS 401(k) Retirement and Wealth Advisories
Advisers Alp Atabek and Alex Assaley will join Hub as retirement and wealth consolidation continues.
Report Outlines Policies That Could Support Social Security Bridge
A New School report includes the option of a policy or program that would incentivize collecting Social Security at age 70, not earlier.
Wilshire: Personalized Investing Is Future of DC Plans
Customization will be focused on target-date funds combined with managed accounts, with other options still emerging, according to a new investment advisory white paper.
Retirement Industry People Moves – 12/1/23
Principal promotes Branham to national retirement investment director; Natixis bolsters retirement product sales; Voya hires Marchese to lead wealth solutions mid-market sales team.
Shareholder Rights, ESG Rules Begin Friday
The new rule will permit the use of ESG considerations in exercising of shareholder rights.
Profitable Endeavors
Plan advisers discuss how they provide best-in-class services while still meeting—and trying to exceed—client needs.
From In-House Referrals to Cold Calls: Strategies for Client Attraction
Experts discuss how they create strategies to attract new clients.
Adviser Voices: How to Structure a Retirement Plan Advisory
Industry experts explain how they structure their practice to produce the best results.
The PLANADVISER Interview: John Longley, CEO, SageView
The new CEO discusses what he sees in SageView’s opportunity to leverage the retirement and wealth convergence.
IRS Part-Time Eligibility Rules Bring Relief, Surprise, Deadline Concern
The vesting rule in the proposal is a focus for industry experts.