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Fund administrators will need to contend with technological change, increased client demands and new competition, according to a recent survey of management executives across the globe commissioned by FIS.

A rough economy, regulation and evolving technology will keep forcing small banks to merge, said Richard Hunt, head of the Consumer Bankers Association. Hunt's position puts him at odds with bank advocates, including Camden Fine at the Independent Community Bankers of America, who believe small banks should ignore the drumbeat calling for more consolidation.

Regulator concern that funds could trigger the next financial crisis have been unfairly drawn from a subset of the market, BlackRock said in a study of bond-market liquidity.

Attracting and retaining the best people is just one of the vital roles played by HR, says LPL’s Sallie Larsen.

You could tell clients to move to another state to avoid a $1.2M tax bill. Or you could suggest a domestic asset protection trust instead.

Maintaining a special fund for hefty health costs and getting a Medigap policy are just two options to trim costs; Plus, tips for small business owners looking to retire.

The oldest GenXers are turning 50 this year, and most are north of 35. If they don't have a financial plan yet, here are steps they can take.

Critics suggest questionnaire-driven automated advice can't completely address client risk tolerance, but technology firms say transparency is the solution.

The commission's barring of one advisor follows similar action by state authorities, indicating that regulators are coordinating their enforcement activities.

Asset managers focus on content marketing with the development of podcasts and even video packages to showcase their expertise.