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Advisors Weigh In on FINRA’s Side Hustle Rule Proposal

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Wealth managers and firms say FINRA shouldn’t have a say in their part-time jobs and personal investment activity.

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Client Assets Rebound on Strong Referral Strategies

Assets under management for RIAs rebounded sharply last year, and not just because of the markets’ blistering performance.

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Will a Trump Administration Really Axe Finra?

The conservative manifesto, called Project 2025, unveiled plans to cut several government offices including Finra.

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How Interest Rates Cut Into Morgan Stanley’s Earnings

Morgan Stanley’s performance was held down by its wealth management division and a Federal Reserve that is stuck in neutral on rate cuts.

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Social Security Backs Off From 100% Clawbacks

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A plan to withhold all benefits until historical overpayments are recouped was scrapped in favor of a 50% rate.

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CFP Board Raises Renewal Fee by 26%

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The group will increase its certification fees to $575 to support its public awareness campaign and marketing efforts.

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Edward Jones’ C-Suite Shake-Up

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The IBD is reorganizing parts of its business as executives approach retirement and the industry faces growing demand.

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