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SEC Hits RIA With $430K Marketing Rule Fine
By Melanie WaddellPacific Financial's hypothetical performance ads were disseminated on its website rather than to an intended audience.
August 07, 2024
SEC Probes Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo Over Cash Sweep AccountsThe disclosures come as several firms face lawsuits saying they raked in profits while paying miserly interest rates.
August 06, 2024
Morgan Stanley Says SEC Seeks Info On Cash Balance SweepsThe wirehouse has been speaking with the SEC and responding to its requests since April, it disclosed Monday.
August 02, 2024
As SEC Onsite Exams Hit Fever Pitch, Here's What RIAs Need to KnowTo prepare, firms should review their compliance programs and conduct mock SEC interviews with key staff.
July 31, 2024
Firm Violated Reg BI With Risky Options Strategy: SECWestern International Securities was fined $140,000 for letting a former rep day trade options in clients' accounts.
July 30, 2024
Ameriprise and Wells Fargo Sued Over Low Interest on Client CashThe lawsuits follow similar client complaints against LPL Financial and Morgan Stanley.
July 29, 2024
SEC Hits Firm With $85K Reg BI FineLifeMark Securities and a registered rep must each pay fines and return some funds to a semi-retired client.
July 29, 2024
Trump Pledges to Fire Gensler, Hire People Who 'Love' CryptoThe politician said he would fire the SEC chair and pick crypto-friendly regulators if he returns to the White House.