DOL Fiduciary Rule Halted by Texas Court
By Melanie WaddellThe delay of the Sept. 23 effective date kicks off a "long litigation journey," an ERISA lawyer says.
May 23, 2024
Cannex and Luma Create Annuity Shopping Tool for AdvisorsAnother company, Hexure, has added annuity quoting to its FireLight electronic application system.
May 21, 2024
Louisiana Moves to Adopt NAIC's Annuity Suitability UpdateOne question is what adoption will mean in light of the new DOL fiduciary rule requirements.
May 16, 2024
IPipeline Prepares for DOL Fiduciary Rule Tech BuildingThe firm is talking to its customers this week about what the new sales requirements will mean.
May 13, 2024
Annuity Issuer CEO Names DOL Fiduciary Rule Winners and LosersF&G's Chris Blunt also has ideas about why the in-plan annuity market may not be heaven for all.
May 08, 2024
The DOL Retirement Security Rule Promotes a Narrow WorldviewInvestment advisors are not the only financial professionals with views worth considering, the author says.
May 06, 2024
Final DOL Agent Fiduciary Exemption Covers More Comp TypesIt also exempts more activities, but conflicts with Reg BI could hurt, legal analysts warn.
May 01, 2024
Lawsuit Cuts Equitable's $1.3B Gain on a Universal Life Price HikeThe firm's first-quarter results include $106 million in legal expenses related to a class-action settlement.