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Goldman Sachs Launches First-of-its-Kind Bond Securitization

Posted on January 2nd, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Goldman Sachs Launches First-of-its-Kind Bond Securitization

Goldman Sachs recently introduced a $475 million asset-backed securitization (ABS) deal backed by capital-call loans, a type of financing Goldman provides to fund managers for immediate capital access.

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James Eccleston Named Leading Lawyer for 2025

Posted on January 2nd, 2025 at 11:00 AM
James Eccleston Named Leading Lawyer for 2025

James Eccleston has been officially recognized by peers as a Leading Lawyer for 2025!

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Understanding Alternative Investments and Risk Management

Posted on December 23rd, 2024 at 3:13 PM
Understanding Alternative Investments and Risk Management

Alternative investments once again are gaining traction, according to a recent article in InvestmentNews

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FINRA Sanctions Over 60 Advisors for Continuing Education Violations

Posted on December 20th, 2024 at 5:17 PM
FINRA Sanctions Over 60 Advisors for Continuing Education Violations

FINRA has disciplined 62 advisors for cheating on New York’s continuing education (CE) requirements tied to insurance license renewals. 

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GPB Capital Investors See Progress as Court Confirms Receivership

Posted on December 19th, 2024 at 1:08 PM
GPB Capital Investors See Progress as Court Confirms Receivership

In a significant development for investors in GPB Capital Holdings, the private equity firm will move into receivership following a prolonged legal battle.

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SEC Fines Cantor Fitzgerald $6.75 Million for Misleading SPAC Investors

Posted on December 18th, 2024 at 10:53 AM
SEC Fines Cantor Fitzgerald $6.75 Million for Misleading SPAC Investors

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has charged Cantor Fitzgerald, L.P. with causing two special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) under its control to make misleading statements to investors before their initial public offerings (IPOs). 

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Former Western Asset Management Co-CIO Charged with Fraud for Cherry-picking Trades

Posted on December 17th, 2024 at 10:58 AM
Former Western Asset Management Co-CIO Charged with Fraud for Cherry-picking Trades

The SEC recently charged Ken Leech, former Co-CIO of Western Asset Management, with fraud. 

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Wells Fargo Advisors Tightens Rules on FiNet Advisors' Outside Investments

Posted on December 16th, 2024 at 11:22 AM
Wells Fargo Advisors Tightens Rules on FiNet Advisors' Outside Investments

Wells Fargo Advisors has introduced a new policy requiring advisors in its Financial Network (FiNet) channel to seek company approval before accepting certain outside investments. 

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Merrill Lynch Advisor Penalized for CFP Exam Misconduct

Posted on December 13th, 2024 at 9:15 AM
Merrill Lynch Advisor Penalized for CFP Exam Misconduct

Jeffrey Dattilo, a former Merrill Lynch advisor, has agreed to regulatory penalties for allegedly providing improper assistance to others taking the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) exam.

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Paychex Securities Advisor Penalized for Undisclosed Referral Agreement with RIA

Posted on December 13th, 2024 at 8:59 AM
Paychex Securities Advisor Penalized for Undisclosed Referral Agreement with RIA

A former advisor has agreed to a $7,500 fine and a six-month suspension following allegations of failing to disclose a referral agreement with an outside registered investment advisory (RIA) firm.

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