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Learning From the CFP Board’s Latest Sanctions
While not a regulator, the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards still keeps a close eye on its members’ conduct, and it has recently ordered sanctions against nearly...
Op-Ed: Modernizing Fixed Income in Plan Lineups: Addressing Four Key Challenges
Janus Henderson’s Adam Hetts takes a deep dive into the risk and reward of fixed-income investments in plan lineups, identifying some pressing challenges that deserve plan advisers’ attention...
Nonmedical Benefits Shine as ‘Great Quit’ Intensifies
Younger employees who have recently left their jobs say they are seeking employers that genuinely care about their well-being, as demonstrated by the benefits and wages they deliver...
SEC Actions Underscore Adviser Risks, Responsibilities
The securities market regulator is keeping a close eye on registered investment advisers, especially when it comes to their provision of digital advisory services and the accurate assessment...
Creative Planning CEO Peter Mallouk on Lockton Partnership
The affinity relationship is about adding scale, Mallouk tells PLANADVISER, but equally important is the battle to secure top advisory talent for the next phase of the firms’...
ESG’s Growing Influence on Proxy Voting
Due to regulatory changes and market demand, proxy voting is about to be more influenced by environmental, social and governance approaches. For plan advisers, this change could open...
M&A UPDATE: Lockton and Creative Planning Latest to Join Forces
One industry merger and acquisition expert familiar with the background of this deal says it represents a significant milestone in the broader M&A action that has been remaking...
Considering Annuities As an Answer to Fixed Income in a Low Rate Environment
Experts speaking during a webinar said annuities provide an alternative to bonds that reduces longevity and sequence-of-return risks.
Cumulus Media Granted Summary Judgment in 401(k) Excessive Fee Suit
A court found a separation agreement signed by the plaintiff when his employment with the company terminated precludes the lawsuit.
Well-Funded HSAs Are a Retirement ‘Superpower’
Having an HSA going into retirement is ‘incredibly powerful,’ experts say, because money is being saved and spent as efficiently as possible.
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The Bond ‘Misclassification’ Debate
Accusations about overblown bond ratings, by Morningstar, still need to be proved, advisers say. But, if true, this could affect investor capital flows and the amount of risk...
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PLANADVISER’s 2021 Top 100 Retirement Plan Advisers
Noteworthy retirement plan specialists, based on number of plans and total assets under advisement.
Calmer Summer Yields to Volatile Fall for U.S. Investors
Individual and institutional investors were feeling better about market risks before getting a Delta-driven reality check.
PANC 2021: Investigation Lessons Learned From Experience
One tip is that being in a state of audit-readiness is essential for retirement plan advisers and their plan sponsor clients—both for peace of mind and to make...
6th Circuit Ruling Might Increase Withdrawing Employer Risk for Multiemployer Plans
The appellate court has rejected the use of the "Segal Blend" when calculating withdrawal liability.
Prudential Defeats Fiduciary Breach Lawsuit
The underlying complaint was dismissed ‘without prejudice,’ meaning the plaintiff can attempt to replead the claims in a way that satisfies the rules of standing.
L Brands ERISA Lawsuit May Proceed
A judge has determined the fiduciary breach lawsuit filed against the former parent company of Victoria’s Secret and Bath and Body Works, alleging excessive recordkeeping fees and other...
Complex Ruling Sees Nvidia ERISA Lawsuit Dismissed, For Now
The dismissal order in the case includes several points of success for the plaintiffs, and while the suit has been tossed out due to a lack of standing,...