Law and regulation

Merger of two LPL practices seeks to expand a new niche; banks seek non-interest, fee-based income from independent planners.

Rules dealing with liquidity and other market-related items may be a better strategy for asset managers than higher capital requirements, said Federal Reserve Board Gov. Daniel Tarullo.

The association's board of directors chose a new president-elect, as well as three new board members. The changes come as the association generally supports the Labor Dept.'s proposed fiduciary rule, but with certain changes.

An arbitrator ruled against a former wirehouse advisor who declined to attend hearings or have a lawyer represent him against Morgan Stanley.

The two failed to cooperate with FINRA investigations into alleged misconduct, including allegations that one converted customer funds.

DD4BC, a group that threatens to knock out corporate websites unless it is paid off in bitcoins, has expanded its denial-of-service attacks on banks.

Funds would have to maintain a minimum cushion of cash or cash-like investments that can be sold within three days. Funds also could charge investors who pull their money on days of elevated withdrawals.

The industry regulatory organization remains close to hitting a historic high on financial penalties. Regulator is focusing on "bread-and-butter type issues," says expert, who expects more cybersecurity and anti-money laundering fines.

Industry regulator proposes to give brokers safe harbor from legal liability if they delay a transaction when they suspect the client is the victim of abuse.

SEC claims First Eagle Investment improperly used mutual fund assets to pay for the marketing and distribution of fund shares.

A judge also ordered Andrew Parish to pay $341,000 in restitution and a $10,000 fine.

So much investor cash has been parked in fixed-income mutual funds and ETFs there’s concern that no one will be there to buy when money managers need to sell.

Apollo Global Management will help OppenheimerFunds push into structured credit, middle-market loans and direct real estate as the private-equity firm expands its strategies to retail investors.

The advisor opted not to fight FINRA, saying the allegation against him is without merit.

The accused broker worked at Oppenheimer & Co. when the scheme began in 2009.

The former wirehouse advisor declined to participate in the arbitration case filed against her by the firm.

Once a source of agita mainly for commercial banks and credit card companies, hackers are now training their sights on investment firms, broker-dealers and hedge funds.

Panel envisions a recognizable credential that would help investors distinguish between financial professionals committed to clients' best interest and those pushing products.

The wirehouse recruited two Morgan Stanley advisors, one of whom was previously terminated by Merrill in 2001, according to FINRA records.

Experts say the Fed is likely to kick the can down the road once more on rate hikes, setting up December as the next likely time for action.