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Fiduciary Advocates, Leaders Create Center for Board Certified Fiduciaries
The new center aims to create master’s and Ph.D. programs with a concentration in fiduciary responsibility.
Why and How the OCIO Model Is Moving Up Market
Sources say it’s partly due to the growing popularity of ESG investing, but there’s a lot more going on to fuel the trend, from increasing market complexity to...
CFA Institute Launches Global Certificate in ESG Investing
The certificate is designed for those who want to analyze and integrate ESG factors into their investments, and for those wanting to improve their understanding.
GAO Turns to DOL for Additional Cybersecurity Guidance
The Government Accountability Office calls for more guidance on cybersecurity matters and lists recommendations for the DOL to implement.
Employers Returning to Pre-Pandemic Benefit Goals
Many are refocusing on financial wellness programs and retirement income options.
Magistrate Judge: Lawsuit Alleging PRT Advice Failures Should Continue
Among the interesting points of legal discussion in the magistrate judge's report is an evaluation of the standard embraced by the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the...
15th Anniversary of RPAY: Christopher Kulick
In the three years since winning the award, Kulick says his practice has deepened its client relationships while increasing capacity for business development.
Marketing Execs Expect Wide Acceptance of New SEC Advertising Rule
Many say the new regulation permitting endorsements and testimonials in adviser advertisements brings it up to current consumer standards.
The Value of Determining a Retirement Plan’s Philosophy
Industry experts say delving into why a sponsor has a retirement plan can be very instructive for plan design and outcomes.
Retirement Industry People Moves
Hearts & Wallets selects chief client officer; executive VP and global head Joins AIG; and Former Lincoln Group exec moves to Transamerica as new president and CEO.
Franklin Templeton, iGrad Partner on Financial Wellness Digital Platform
It will analyze each user’s ‘financial personality’ and provide education courses.
Oklahoma Introduces Bills to Create State-Run Retirement Program
The legislation would require most employers that currently do not offer a retirement plan to offer one.
Some Experts Foresee ‘Supercharged’ Recovery Coming
Sources say 2021 was already coming together as a year of very strong economic growth, and with the passage of an additional $1.9 trillion in fiscal stimulus support,...
Investment Product and Service Launches
Fidelity Investments expands lineup of SMAs; Unision Risk Advisors launches PEP; Retiree, Inc. creates first decumulation model portfolio; and more.
AssetMark Says Voyant Acquisition Will Advance Its Financial Wellness Offerings
The firm says the move provides enhanced benefits for advisers and their clients.
New Stimulus Package Includes Help for DB Plan Sponsors
Both single-employer plans and multiemployer plans will get help with funding.
Classic ERISA Claims Filed Against USI Insurance Services
The financial services company is facing self-dealing allegations that closely echo those filed—with mixed results—against many of its industry peers.
Split Senate Committee Advances Gensler’s SEC Nomination
The divided committee vote sets the stage for Gary Gensler’s consideration by the full Senate, a step for which the timing remains unclear, given the chamber’s many competing...
What Should Advisers Focus On in a New Market Environment?
After the challenges of 2020’s volatile market, financial advisers should learn how to approach any future obstacles with their clients.
DOL Says It Won’t Enforce Final Rules on ESG and Proxy Voting
The department says it will not pursue enforcement actions against any plan fiduciary for failure to comply, and it plans to release further guidance on the issues.