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The LGBTQ Experience With Financial Services
A recent NEFE study examines the broad range of experiences members of the LGBTQ community have had while interacting with the financial services sector.
Why Are Financial Services Firms Looking to Wealth Management Leaders?
The short answer is that more financial services firms are looking at their wealth management divisions as drivers of growth; the long answer is a lot more complicated.
The New Vesting Schedule Debate
Surveys and anecdotal evidence suggest plan sponsors are shortening their plan’s vesting periods, but there remains disagreement in the industry about whether vesting schedules may in fact disappear.
A Conversation About Managed Accounts
Experts discussed their views on managed accounts, including those concerning hurdles to greater adoption and how firms can make them a strategic growth priority, during PLANADVISER’s latest Practice...
Investment Product and Service Launches
UBS launches U.S. version of Climate Aware Equity Index, and Vanguard makes Global Positive Impact Stock Fund available.
Maryland Medical System Lawsuit Clears Dismissal
The text of the ruling takes just 13 pages to note that the facts of the case, as pleaded, are sufficient in the eyes of the court to...
University 403(b) Plan Faces ERISA Breach Lawsuit
The plaintiff has alleged excessive fees for recordkeeping, administrative services and investment management against a large university plan in a new fiduciary breach lawsuit.
A Capitol Hill Update With SSGA’s Melissa Kahn
The leader of State Street Global Advisors’ public policy work says there is significant momentum building in Congress behind another ambitious package of retirement reforms.
The Role of the 401(k) in Today’s Tight Labor Market
Designing a retirement plan that meets the needs of the business—and today’s employees—requires a fresh outlook.
Olin Corp. Soundly Defeats ERISA Lawsuit
The judge’s opinion sides firmly against the arguments made by the plaintiffs in the case, who are among the many litigants currently represented by the law firm Capozzi...
Publisher’s Note
The New Differentiator
PLANADVISER’s revamped awards go beyond funds, fees and fiduciary.
Compliance News
Legislative and Judicial Actions
AGI U.S. settles in fraulent scheme suit, then exits the country; the IRS re-extends relief from the physical presence requirement; the SEC plans to adjust its ESG and...
Volatility, Inflation and Stagflation Concerns in Context
To understand what may come next during a turbulent period in the markets and the global economy, experts consider the lessons of past economic and market cycles.
Cybersecurity Is Everyone’s Responsibility
Retirement benefit plans have deep pockets—filled with both assets and sensitive information—so it only makes sense that they are a growing target for cyberthieves.
SEC Enforcement Approach Imperiled by 5th Circuit
While the ultimate outcome may be settled by the Supreme Court, the 5th Circuit’s ruling in Jarkesy v. SEC could have major ramifications for the regulator and its...
Is the Traditional Fiduciary Insurance Model at Risk?
One legal professional at a fiduciary insurance firm argues that the ‘indiscriminate nature’ of recent ERISA lawsuit filings could eventually culminate in a crisis for the retirement plan...
‘Massive’ Fraud Charges Trigger Allianz Global Investors U.S. Sale to Voya
The SEC says the charges and settlement show even the most sophisticated institutional investors, like pension funds, can become victims of wrongdoing.
PLANADVISER Vision Awards
PLANADVISER announces winners of Vision Awards, to be handed out at the 2022 PLANADVISER Industry Leaders Awards on May 3, 2022 in New York City.
An Early Start to Financial Education
A new poll shows that there is growing support for financial education that begins at an early age, and suggests students in states that require such courses are...