Fiduciary Rule

Technology has transformed the industry, but personal relationships are still crucial.

"Sunlight is the best disinfectant," investor advocate says of regulator's move to keep disciplinary problems in public view.

Some advisors are holding out in case the technology changes.

In the wake of the DoL fiduciary rule, documenting client profiles and recommendations boosts compliance.

Survey shows advisors accept fiduciary mindset but do not see major impact on product choices yet.

More deals are expected in a post-DoL world, Schwab executives say.

Financial advisors can still be held liable for violating impartial conduct standards even though the fiduciary rule has been delayed until 2019.

Variable products suffered their worst quarter in two decades, while fixed contracts also declined.

A massive acquisition, the possible end of the Broker Protocol and other issues will shape the industry in 2018.

The IBD's longtime head stepped down as part of a plan to remake the firm.

The regulation's enforcement provisions will not take effect until July 1, 2019, the Labor Department said.

Nov. 27: Product shelves are changing as issuers modify their pitch to planners in the wake of the fiduciary rule and wane of traditional wholesaling.

Wholesalers have taken a new tack for a group leery of sales calls, regulation and litigation.

Secretary Alexander Acosta told lawmakers that the department will pursue actions against advisors and firms for egregious best-interest advice violations.

Harmonizing a potential SEC regulation with that of the Labor Department is tricky business, experts say.

Clients using FundKeeper can open new accounts, perform automated suitability checks and support level load funds under a single platform.

Nov. 6: Platforms like FundKeeper are aimed at helping retirement account advisors comply with the DoL’s fiduciary rule.

The department's proposal furthers efforts to undo the controversial regulation.

An abundance of software and practice tools has planners and firms overwhelmed. Here’s what it means for the industry.

New solutions offer plenty of features but lack focus.