Financial planning

U.S. stocks extended their three-month lows, with the Dow down more than 180 points, amid a China-led rout that continued to engulf equities around the globe.

As CEOs at the major firms hang on to their positions, other executives such as Morgan Stanley's Greg Fleming are finding it harder to rise up the ranks.

Beleaguered RCS Capital to give details of an advisor retention plan by Jan. 8

Clients who consider buying an annuity are advised to avoid purchasing one big product and instead opt for several smaller ones; Plus, what boomers should know about required minimum distributions.

What follows is a cheat sheet on generational traits and communication strategies.

J.P. Morgan Securities agreed to pay $4 million to settle the charges, according to authorities.

Pathstone's merger with Federal Street is "a defining deal for firms serving the UHNW segment," says industry consultant Jamie McLaughlin.

The acquisition of the RIA firm is expected to increase BOK's assets under management by about $340 million.

Driving the adoption of data aggregation is the efficiency in automating the process of creating a complete, inclusive, holistic view of a client’s total financial position.

Analysts warn that banks should be careful about letting relationships with aggregators turn adversarial.

The regulator puts industry on notice that examiners will be looking for "visible actions" firms have taken to establish a client-first culture..

Client who postpone planning need to specify their fears, hopes and aspirations; Plus, helping clients avoid a 401(k) hit.

Fidelity’s David Canter takes a hard look at the most-important issues for independent RIAs in the coming year.

Stockholders lose out, bondholders to control company.

The government's myRA plan isn't enough to fix the retirement system, says an economics professor; Plus, Social Security options for single seniors.

It’s not easy being one of the largest RIA firms in the nation. The leaders are doing everything it takes to lure the right talent, grow their practices and remain truly independent.

The executives decided to leverage their skills in their own areas of expertise.

Scott Upham of Cribstone Capital has found a niche in helping families maintain shared real estate.

Planners need to understand some of the functions that might be included in a modern trust.

Creating a performance management process will help firms get the most from staff members.