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BlackRock’s chief executive officer has warned the retreat of banks as counterparties in credit will create severe volatility. Regulators are preparing new rules for mutual funds to ensure that a sudden stampede out of funds won’t result in a downward price spiral that threatens the financial system.

The president used his annual speech before Congress to defend Dodd-Frank while pleading that lawmakers pass cybersecurity legislation.

In the digital age, advisors are prime victims for attackers seeking pertinent information. Here are some preventative tips to fend off cyber-attacks.

Gearing up for tax season? Here are two things to consider when planning for your wealthy clients.

The seven-member group left Morgan Stanley to join Wells Fargo.

Raymond James lured away a Morgan Stanley advisor managing more than $85 million in client assets.

Customer alleged that broker made unsuitable recommendations of mutual funds, structured products and equities that set him back more than $125,000.

The additional revenue from President Obama's expected proposed tax increase would be used to fund programs to assist the middle-class; Plus, how to help a client who missed employer's matching 401(k) funds.

Seth Barnes was promoted to oversee 10 branch offices at the wirehouse.

Why is inheritance planning so difficult? Fear of exclusion along with existing family dynamics can complicate the process -- and strain relationships.