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Moving investments into these accounts may optimize returns and boost savings. Plus, know your IRAs and the impact of Trump's proposals on income brackets.

The adviser reversed course after Merrill Lynch unveiled plans to phase out commission-based retirement accounts as part of its plan to comply with the Department of Labor's fiduciary rule.

There's a better way to craft a standard that would protect investors and preserve client choice.

James Gorman earned $22.5 million after the firm made progress toward financial targets and its stock rose by a third.

One suggestion planners say they are offering bullish clients: Don't be extreme.

Gap in coverage concerns older clients; planners are also taking a closer look at HSAs.

"There is an added sense of urgency now," says Barbara Roper, director of investor protection at the Consumer Federation of America.

Even among the wealthy, a growing number of clients want more digital engagement, says CEO James Gorman.

James Gorman laid out plans for the wealth management unit, which turned in record earnings for the fourth quarter.

The advisory business ended the year on a strong note, boosted by growth in net interest income, which rose 14% year-over-year.

Advisers have been warned: SEC's exam guidance to focus on cyber threats and issues involving seniors, leaving little excuse for noncompliance.

Planners act on expectations of pro-business, anti-trade initiatives by the incoming administration.

With a deep résumé representing Wall Street firms, Jay Clayton is seen as a business-friendly choice not expected to push major new regulations or ramp up RIA exams.

Jay Clayton represented the bank in connection with the $10 billion bailout it received in 2008 as part of the government’s $700 billion rescue of banks during the financial crisis.

RIAs are finding that the biggest competition for clients is right in their own backyard.

The former federal prosecutor is the president-elect's pick after vetting a handful of candidates, said a person with knowledge of the matter.

Here's how clients can boost their returns before the president-elect enacts the reforms he's promised.

From regulators to technology providers to CEOs, these are the players who will remake wealth management in 2017.

Get ready to have these conversations with clients given the surprising election results.