Investment Platforms
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E-Trade Plans Zero-Cost Funds That Only Platform Clients Can Buy
By Katie GreifeldThe firm submitted plans to the SEC for five mutual funds spanning stocks and bonds.
December 16, 2024
3 Ways to Give Better Advice by Understanding BehaviorChanges in lifestyle and behavior are exposing gaps in traditional approaches to retirement planning and life insurance.
December 12, 2024
SEI Acquires LifeYield to Boost UMA CapabilitiesThe Boston-based firm provides technology that enables tax-efficient investing at significant scale.
December 05, 2024
With AI-Driven Personalization, Better Service for More ClientsApplying artificial intelligence smartly boosts advisors' growth while reducing risk and costs, offers fintech expert Rob Pettman.
December 05, 2024
Orion Names Former Envestnet Exec as Head of StrategyChris Shutler spent nearly four years leading strategy for Envestnet before departing the firm in September.
December 04, 2024
CAIS Launches Features to Streamline TradingThe new features offer a more flexible experience for advisors, the alternatives investment platform says.
December 04, 2024
F2 Strategy Names Ex-Orion Exec as CEORyan Beach is taking over from the firm's co-founder, Doug Fritz, who will become executive chairman.
December 03, 2024
How to Avoid the Tax Trap of the Wash-Sale RuleTech tools can automate oversight of multiple accounts to ensure compliance while protecting investment gains.