An Operational Path Forward for Asset Managers
Hold on to the lessons of the pandemic as the industry tries to go back to "normal."
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Editor's Letter: Do RIAs Need Corporate Welfare?
The argument some RIAs are making—that the PPP loan is a business loan, no different than any other, and comes with risk, and is not bailout money—just doesn't wash.
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Focus Financial Network, More Large RIAs Disclose PPP Loans as Congress Passes Changes to Program
The new legislation will lengthen the amount of time in which businesses can spend the loan, as well as the amount of time in which they have to pay the loan back if it is not forgivable.
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More Advisors Turning to ESG Funds
Nearly one-third of advisors plan to increase their use and recommendation of ESG funds over the next 12 months, up from 19% in 2019, according to a new FPA survey.
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Tactical Approach Allows Flexibility to Achieve Clients’ Outcomes
Aligning Security Selection with Top-Down Macro Views
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Merrill Lynch to Pay $7.2 Million for Mutual Fund Fee Violations
According to FINRA, Merrill Lynch failed to properly supervise its thundering herd so that clients received sales charge waivers and fee rebates, impacting 13,000 accounts.
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Investors Launch Funds for Historically Ignored Entrepreneurs
Andreessen Horowitz is looking for 'entrepreneurs who did not have access to the fast track in life but who have great potential.' SoftBank launches $100 million fund for 'companies led by founders and entrepreneurs of color.'
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The Year of the Active ETF
In the first five months of 2020, the 29 new active funds, including a wave of new non-transparent ETFs, have put the industry on pace for a total of 70, exceeding 2018 (64) and 2019 (59) levels, according to First Bridge Data.
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Five Books to Gain Perspective
It's a challenging time in the world right now. Here are a few thoughtful resources to keep your mind right.
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Shareholders, DOJ Clear the Way for Schwab/TD Ameritrade Merger
TD and Schwab shareholders voted in favor of the merger; Schwab expects the deal to close in the second half of this year, with an integration period of 18 to 36 months.
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DOJ Ends Antitrust Investigation Into Schwab/TD Ameritrade Merger
Schwab expects the deal to close in the second half of this year, and if it goes through, the firms will be integrated over 18 to 36 months.
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‘Bored’ Millennial Day Traders Boost Airline ETF’s Assets 2,930%
The US Global Jets exchange-traded fund, ticker JETS, held just $33 million in early March when the coronavirus pandemic grounded global air travel. Its assets now top $1 billion.
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BlackRock Files to License Active Non-Transparent ETF Structure
BlackRock filed to license the structure of Precidian Investments’ ActiveShares product.
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Fidelity Throws Heft Into Hidden-Asset ETF Arena With New Funds
The Fidelity Blue Chip Growth ETF, Fidelity Blue Chip Value ETF and Fidelity New Millennium ETF will begin trading Thursday.
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ETFs That Saw the Greatest Inflows in the Past Month
These funds saw the most money flow into them over the past 30 days.
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McKinsey Report Warns Against Applying 2008 Lessons to Coronavirus Crisis
The pandemic's impact will affect advisors differently than the last major financial crisis, according to McKinsey.
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Prioritization and Training Key for Reg BI Preparedness
Many Reg BI tools from vendors are coming too late to meet the end-of-month deadline for compliance, according to a SIFMA panel.
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Raymond James Launches New Pride Network
Raymond James has launched a network of advisors to support the LGBTQ+ community.
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LPL Seeks Co-Head of New Employee Advisor Channel
The individual will be responsible for relationship building and P&L for LPL’s new W-2 affiliation model, seeded by the acquisition of Allen & Co.
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Franklin CEO Has ‘Zero Tolerance’ for Racism After Cooper Firing
Jenny Johnson, chief executive officer of Franklin Resources Inc., said the company is reviewing its diversity and inclusion efforts.
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