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FINRA Penalizes Hightower Securities with $353,000 Fine & Restitution for Violations in Alternative Fund Sales

Posted on July 10th, 2023 at 11:46 AM
FINRA Penalizes Hightower Securities with $353,000 Fine & Restitution for Violations in Alternative Fund Sales

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has censured Hightower Securities, the broker-dealer for Hightower Advisors, a Chicago-based advisory firm.

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SEC Files Charges Against Oregon Residents and Affiliated Entities in $10 Million Ponzi-like Scheme

Posted on July 7th, 2023 at 1:11 PM
SEC Files Charges Against Oregon Residents and Affiliated Entities in $10 Million Ponzi-like Scheme

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed charges against Robert D. Christensen and Anthony M. Matic, residents of Oregon, along with multiple companies
under their control.

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Merrill Lynch Ends Relationship with 44-Year Veteran in Indianapolis for Policy Violations

Posted on July 6th, 2023 at 1:13 PM
Merrill Lynch Ends Relationship with 44-Year Veteran in Indianapolis for Policy Violations

Merrill Lynch has ended its association with Bruce McCaw, a highly experienced industry professional who began his career in 1971.

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SEC Struggles with RIA Arbitration Statistics

Posted on July 6th, 2023 at 8:43 AM
SEC Struggles with RIA Arbitration Statistics

A recent report reveals that the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lacks the means to monitor the count of registered investment advisor (RIA) arbitrations or keep track of unpaid arbitration awards.

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SEC Report Highlights Concerns Over Mandatory Arbitration Clauses In RIA Practices

Posted on June 30th, 2023 at 1:05 PM
SEC Report Highlights Concerns Over Mandatory Arbitration Clauses In RIA Practices

A recent report from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to Congress has expressed concerns regarding using mandatory arbitration clauses in retail customer agreements by registered investment advisory (RIA) firms. 

 

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Investment Adviser Numbers Reach Unprecedented Heights

Posted on June 29th, 2023 at 1:22 PM
Investment Adviser Numbers Reach Unprecedented Heights

According to the Investment Adviser Association's (IAA) recent industry study, the number of investment advisers reached a record high in 2022, along with an increase in total employment in the sector.

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Fidelity Study Finds Rise in RIA Valuations Reaches Plateau

Posted on June 28th, 2023 at 3:43 PM
Fidelity Study Finds Rise in RIA Valuations Reaches Plateau

According to a recent study conducted by Fidelity Investments, the financial industry expects a continued rise in registered investment advisor (RIA) dealmaking over the next five years, despite the increasing cost of acquiring RIA firms.

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Epicenters of Investment Fraud Revealed in New Study

Posted on June 27th, 2023 at 1:15 PM
Epicenters of Investment Fraud Revealed in New Study

2022 witnessed a staggering surge in investment fraud, surpassing all other types of fraud in terms of monetary losses among Americans.

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Attorneys Believe James Gorman's "New Blood" Remarks Could Strengthen Ageism Lawsuits

Posted on June 26th, 2023 at 11:02 AM
Attorneys Believe James Gorman's

James Gorman, CEO of Morgan Stanley, has faced criticism for his recent comments regarding the company's termination of around 3,500 employees since April.

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Welcome Attorney Anthony Bingham

Posted on June 26th, 2023 at 9:47 AM
Welcome Attorney Anthony Bingham

Eccleston Law, LLC is pleased to announce the addition of Attorney Anthony Bingham, expanding the firm’s practice representing financial advisors and investors to Arizona.

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