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The Fiduciary Rule Is Dead, but the Conversations Aren’t

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The rule was struck down in federal court, but the questions it raised around serving clients appropriately are alive and well.

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Do McKinsey Layoffs Signal Trouble for Consulting Industry?

Fellow professional services firms such as Deloitte, Ernst & Young, and KPMG have already undergone significant layoffs.

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Advisors May Take the Next Exit if NJ Passes New Contractor Rule

The Garden State is considering changes to rules regarding contractors and employees. Advisors don’t like it, a poll suggests.

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What Trump’s Executive Order Means for Alts in 401(k)s

Some praised the move while others said alts in employee-sponsored retirement plans conflict with fiduciary standards and can harm clients.

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Want a Crypto 401(k)? The DOL Isn’t Standing in the Way Anymore

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The regulator nixed Biden-era guidance that discouraged 401(k) plans from including crypto and other digital assets.

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