Corporate governance

The public has until May 13 to comment on a proposal that would prevent brokers from having to list side hustles like online antiques stores or after-hours bartending gigs.

Not long after announcing a new set of services for high net worth clients, Edward Jones rewards CEO Penny Pennington with a $29 million compensation package.

Rather than a book on his investing philosophy, the longtime advisor offers the lessons that have made him "less stupid" over the years.

With the Trump administration pledging to review recently passed federal rules, the Investment Adviser Association wants to submit new comments on an anti-money-laundering law for RIAs.

SmartAsset analyzed the significance of the state-by-state figures on certificants, although some experts say geographic strategies are missing the bigger picture.

The murder of George Floyd nearly five years ago prompted many wealth managers to recommit to diversity, equity and inclusion. Some worry what little progress they've shown since is now at risk.

In an annual release, law firm Eversheds Sutherland finds the broker-dealer self-regulator's total number of enforcement actions increased last year, even as its fine haul fell.

Ex-Oklahoma State University Cowboys player Brendon Evers says NCAA athletes need more guidance that reminds them to think about life after sports.

In a warning alarm about the industry's staffing needs, McKinsey predicted there will soon be a massive shortage of advisors to meet client demand.

Every basis point of revenue based on client assets poses competitive implications. Here's how the upcoming change could affect financial advisors' businesses.

The near-blunder occurred in the same month that another part of the bank accidentally credited $81 trillion to a different client.

Location plays a crucial role in growth and advisory practice valuations — just not in a simple map focusing on the largest cities with the most wealthy people.

RBC's firmwide net income skyrockets despite rising costs, even as its advisor headcount holds steady.

Last year set a record for mergers and acquisitions among advisory firms. Industry experts expect more of the same in 2025, driven by a desire for client and asset growth.

There are plenty of compelling reasons for branching further into the many areas related to wealth management. But experts warn there are challenges, as well.

The popular online broker-dealer has caught regulators' eyes over its moves into market news, trading in sports games and other events, and a new premium credit card.

Berdina Moore-Bonds alleges that when Morgan Stanley embarked on a reorganization of its regional divisions in 2023, she and another Black woman were the only field leaders to lose their jobs.

The pace of natural disasters seems to be accelerating, prompting taxpayers and preparers to search for ways to deduct catastrophic losses.

Up from $26 million in 2023, Jane Fraser's compensation last year saw the largest increase so far among heads of big U.S. banks.

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