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The Department of Labor’s fiduciary rule was struck down earlier this year and the industry faces potential fiduciary standards from the Security and Exchange Commission. In the midst of this turmoil, financial firms continue to abuse their clients. Roughly one week after the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed the March 15th decision to vacate the DOL rule, Morgan Stanley agreed to pay $3.6 million in fines related to brokers’ misappropriation of client funds. Read More
Author: Thad Schlaud
Topics: News, Gainplan Facts, Industry Ideas
This week we’re reading about passive investments and a slowdown in asset flow. Also, Unilever is considering moving its headquarters to another country. Is the move good for shareholders? Read More
Author: Thad Schlaud
Topics: News, The Market, Industry Ideas
This week we look at the bond market and ETFs. Also, did you know that quant funds had the worst return in years? We look at why. Read More
Author: Thad Schlaud
Topics: The Market, Industry Ideas
In 2017, the House and Senate approved changes to our tax code that will allow 529 funds, previously reserved for college expenses, to be used for private elementary and secondary school tuition. Read More
Author: Thad Schlaud
Topics: Education, Major Life Purchases, Industry Ideas
A closer look at the year’s second quarter and commentary on what it all means, at home and abroad. Read More
Author: David Martin
Topics: The Market, Industry Ideas