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What DOL Layoffs Could Portend for EBSA’s Future
Probationary employees and the head of the agency’s division of employee ownership were recently terminated amid President Donald Trump’s efforts to reduce the federal workforce.
What Recordkeepers Want From Advisers
The crux of a good partnership with an adviser is the willingness to work together, including an open dialogue about the approach to working with a client.
Product & Service Launches – 2/20/25
Alera Group expands its wealth management and retirement plan solutions; Berwyn Group launches a death audit solution; J.P. Morgan launches an active ETF; and more.
Retirement Industry People Moves – 2/14/25
The Standard names a regional vice president in retirement plans; Nationwide Retirement Solutions welcomes a consultant relations manager; Easterly Asset Management names an SVP of sales; Luma Financial...
DOL Files to Pause Appeal of Fiduciary Rule
Under the previous administration, the Department of Labor had filed notices of appeal in the fall of 2024 in two federal court rulings that stayed the implementation of...
Retirement Industry People Moves – 1/31/25
John Hancock Retirement selects head of strategic partnerships; Merit Financial Advisers recruits from CAPTRUST; Ninety One appoints director of consultant relations; Pacific Life announces PRT head and more.
2025 Retirement Outlook: Tax Changes, Cryptocurrency Trends and Litigation Reforms
According to experts at T. Rowe Price, plan sponsors should anticipate policy updates and possible litigation reforms in 2025.
Alts Manager Ares Raises $2.3B for Life Insurance and Annuity Division
Ares is seeking to capture demand for retirement solutions through its insurer, Aspida Holdings Ltd.
Retirement Industry People Moves – 12/13/24
Lincoln Financial names an industry veteran as VP of investment distribution and new hires to its retirement plan services team; The Standard names PEP sales director for retirement...
Concurrent Hires David Montgomery from OneDigital to Head Retirement Plan Division
The RIA has hired Montgomery to further its retirement focus while also announcing a partnership with TIFIN @Work on a workplace financial plan offering.
Retirement Industry People Moves – 12/13/24
Franklin creates division, gives new roles to retirement leads; Borzi, Iwry, Kasiarz win EBRI’s lifetime achievement award; Beacon Pointe names retirement plan consultant; and more.
Trump Picks SEC Alum to Chair Regulator
Paul Atkins, a digital assets advocate, has been designated the nominee to replace the outgoing Gary Gensler.
11 Republican AGs Sue BlackRock, State Street, Vanguard in ESG Case
The 11 states, led by Texas, allege the asset managers have been undercutting coal companies and driving up electricity prices.
Nevada Joins NAIC Best Interest Annuity Rule, Making 48 States
Insurance industry groups are championing the move, because the state insurance regulations are one of the arguments against bringing retail annuity sales under ERISA.
SEC’s $8.2B in Financial Remedies Highest in History
Outgoing SEC Chair Gary Gensler oversaw the highest fines figures for the regulator in 2024, though total enforcement actions were down 26%.
Principal Launches Workplace Personal Investing Program for Mass Affluent
The adviser solutions program started in Q3; meanwhile, the firm’s asset management arm will release its first passive TDF in 2025.
Recordkeepers Talk Collaboration, Challenges in Adviser Relationships
Recordkeepers on a PLANADVISER 360 panel said relationships work best when advisers know their growth strategy and needs.
Voya Remains on Track for OneAmerica Retirement Integration in 2025
The firm’s head of wealth distribution and client engagement says plan sponsor client migration would likely start in 2025 and play out into 2026.
Plan Advisers Say Election ‘Noise’ Worth Addressing With Clients
While retirement investing is for the long term, advisers agree it’s important to proactively discuss this week’s election with clients—even if to pivot to more perennial topics.
CAPTRUST, Alera Group Add New Advisers
Katie Colon joins CAPTRUST in a financial adviser role from OneDigital; Jim Marx joins Alera Group from Edelman Financial Engines.