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Mentorship, Diversity and Opportunity
Successful advisers say mentorship is a key to solving the industry’s clear and present diversity problem.
COVID-19: Changing Portfolio Management Forever
In a preview of our upcoming print edition, three large target-date fund managers weigh in on the current market—and what comes next.
A Bad Time to Stretch for Yield
We were already in a new normal of very low interest rates before the coronavirus pandemic struck. It now seems even less likely that the old rate regime...
Prepare to Meet the Needs of the Workforce of the Future
The way in which companies structure their remotely distributed workforces will depend on the financial consequences of the pandemic, the impact on corporate culture and other factors, such...
Alight to Offer Retirement Clearinghouse Auto Portability Solution
The RCH Auto Portability service automates the consolidation process for small retirement account cash-outs.
Judge Refuses to Dismiss Goldman Sachs Self-Dealing Suit
A federal judge said a participant in the firm's 401(k) plan sufficiently plead imprudence and disloyalty.
Equity Compensation Considerations
The need for education and advice about equity compensation is abundantly clear.
Despite DOL’s Proposed Tightening, ESG Can Still Shine
It is not all doom and gloom for plan sponsors and participants who want these investments. Here’s what advisers should know about the new rules proposed by the...
Winners’ Circle
All That Goes Into a Practice
Past Retirement Plan Advisers of the Year discuss building a successful firm.
Ambitious Firms Seeking Vertical Integration in the Financial Services Industry
The concept of ‘vertical integration’ is historically association with heavy manufacturing industries such as steel production, but it is increasingly the goal in financial services M&A transactions.
Retirement Industry People Moves
Nationwide selects retention leader; Sikich adds senior specialist to retirement plan services team; DWS announces changes to global business side; and more.
Investment Product and Service Launches
LeafHouse and Empower partner on managed accounts; Pacific Funds partners with Oranj on income-focused mutual funds; American Century Investments releases online TDF tool; and more.
BBVA Fails to Gain Summary Dismissal of ERISA Complaint
The interim ruling permits the lawsuit to proceed to discovery and emphasizes the importance of language included in summary plan descriptions.
Recordkeepers Holding Steady on Staffing—So Far
DCIIA and SPARK surveyed members in early April with regard to the CARES Act and the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.
Majority of Americans Are Concerned About Finances
More than one-quarter are extremely or very concerned, according to Fidelity.
Franklin Templeton Details Ambitious Technology Plans
With the acquisition of AdvisorEngine, Franklin Templeton expects to enable its independent adviser partners to efficiently deliver goals-based financial planning at scale—including in the retirement plan context.
Be Stronger in the Recovery
Todd Kading, president and co-founder of LeafHouse Financial, discusses the importance of flexibility and innovation when the tough times arrive.
Retirement Industry People Moves
MassMutual hires regional managing directors for retirement services; Callan names private equity SVP; and IRI adds changes to executive committee and board of directors.