Firm Violated Reg BI With Class A Mutual Fund Switches: FINRA

News September 16, 2024 at 11:58 AM
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  • The short-term switches in Class A mutual funds violated Regulation Best Interest's care obligation, FINRA says.
  • Class A mutual fund shares typically include substantial upfront sales charges and are only suitable as long-term investments.
  • A rep recommended and made 25 short-term switches in two seniors' accounts, according to FINRA.

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