Whether these are watershed moments or not, markets have taken notice of the latest artificial intelligence advancements.
Archives for January 2025
Trump’s threat for 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada is challenging the auto industry
On a sales basis, German automaker Volkswagen is the most exposed to tariff risk, followed by Nissan Motor and Stellantis, S&P Mobility reports.
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (February 1–2)
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news that following the change of administration (and a new incoming chair of the SEC), the Investment Adviser Association is seeking to find ways to help RIAs (particularly smaller firms) manage the compliance responsibilities they face. Which […]
Dynasty, LPL, Sequoia score big deals: Advisor Moves
JPMorgan also builds out the ranks of its private advisory group with execs poached from Goldman Sachs, Wells Fargo and Ernst & Young.
Threesixty unveils ‘holistic’ compliance offering
Compliance and adviser support firm Threesixty has launched what it calls a new ‘holistic’ compliance management suite for adviser firms called ‘Trust.’
FCA wins £6m Confiscation Order against scammer
The FCA has won a Confiscation Order of £5,963,376 against convicted investment scammer Guy Flintham.
New-style retail corporate bonds proposed
The Financial Conduct Authority has published proposals today which would pave the way for a new generation of smaller corporate bond issues aimed at retail investors and wealth managers.
Fueled by deals, LPL’s net new assets, headcount surge in Q4
The addition of Prudential Financial and Atria Wealth Solutions helped boost LPL’s advisor headcount to a record of nearly 29,000 by the end of last year.
Paid Diagnostic Reviews: Unlocking Profitable QBO Cleanups
Ever had a client hand you a set of books so messy you didn’t know where to start? When they come to us for help, cleanup projects often turn out to be more complex than they first appear. Without a clear process bookkeepers risk undercharging, overworking and taking on clients who aren’t a good fit. […]
In SEC’s new era, advisors and clients should rethink crypto
With Gary Gensler’s “Wild West” in the rearview mirror, a less combative approach to cryptocurrency looks likely to boost product innovation and investor adoption.