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BlackRock’s $114 billion alternatives business, which also includes private equity, infrastructure and funds of hedge funds, is among its most lucrative.

The new recruits moved over to the independent side of the wirehouse.

Many tax extenders are expected to pass in their agreed-upon form in a matter of days.

Only 9% of younger advisors on ownership track have equity stakes in their firms, reveals the Fidelity Benchmarking Study.

Three of the top five winners were in the technology sector. Among the biggest losers through November are companies with commodity products.

Three of the top five winners were in the technology sector. Among the biggest losers through November are companies with commodity products.

A 69-year-old retiree who is in good financial standing overall needs to buy more equities with large cash stake; Plus, clients who want to retire at 55 need to consider health insurance needs before they become eligible for Medicare.

Regulator could make some "immediate" changes; arbitration reform advocate says he's "hopeful."

Some may not want to get dressed, shaved and made up before meeting on camera.

The Fed raised interest rates for the first time in almost a decade in a widely telegraphed move while signaling that the pace of subsequent increases will be "gradual" and in line with previous projections.