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DOL ‘relief’ would kill small annuity marketers, groups say
By Allison BellNAFA says a stiff minimum size requirement would shut out most IMOs.
February 22, 2017
Judge Denies Request to Halt Thrivent DOL Fiduciary CaseThe court agrees with Plaintiff that a stay is not warranted at this time, District Court judge says.
February 21, 2017
OMB Looks Ready to OK Delay of Fiduciary RuleA delay of the rule's implementation could become effective as early as this week, regulatory watchers say.
February 17, 2017
DOJ Files to Halt Thrivent Case Against DOL Fiduciary RuleMeanwhile, Judge Daniel Crabtree, in the case brought in Kansas, denied Market Synergy's motion for summary judgment.
February 15, 2017
DOL rule, Dodd-Frank up in the air: What now for advisors?If the DOL opts to revamp the fiduciary rule, critics are hoping the revisions will be significant, starting with an overhaul of the best interest contract exemption.
February 15, 2017
DOL rule, Dodd-Frank up in the air: What now for advisors?If the DOL opts to revamp the fiduciary rule, critics are hoping the revisions will be significant, starting with an overhaul of the best interest contract exemption.
February 13, 2017
Sen. Warren Grills Puzder in Letter on DOL Fiduciary Ahead of HearingSen. Elizabeth Warren challenged the Labor secretary nominee to provide answers on how he'd handle the fiduciary rule review.
February 10, 2017
DOL expected to delay fiduciary ruleAs expected, the Department of Labor filed a notice Thursday with the Office of Management and Budget to delay implementation of its fiduciary rule.