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Former Advisor Sanctioned for GPB Capital Sales

Posted on November 8th, 2023 at 4:16 PM
Former Advisor Sanctioned for GPB Capital Sales

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has fined and suspended Arni J. Diamond for improperly selling limited partnership units in GPB Automotive Portfolio LP and GPB Waste Management LP.

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Record $61 Million Settlement Reached in GE's 401(k) Lawsuit

Posted on November 7th, 2023 at 1:25 PM
Record $61 Million Settlement Reached in GE's 401(k) Lawsuit

General Electric has reached a $61 million settlement in a protracted lawsuit concerning its 401(k) plan, marking one of the largest settlements in ERISA litigation history.

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Former Morgan Stanley Advisor Barred by SEC for Misappropriating Client Funds

Posted on November 6th, 2023 at 1:17 PM
Former Morgan Stanley Advisor Barred by SEC for Misappropriating Client Funds

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued an order barring Ronald E. Filoramo, a former Morgan Stanley advisor.

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Legal Challenge to FINRA's Constitutionality Dismissed by D.C. Court

Posted on November 3rd, 2023 at 1:15 PM
Legal Challenge to FINRA's Constitutionality Dismissed by D.C. Court

An advisor who faced FINRA disciplinary action attempted to stop the proceedings in a D.C. federal court.

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Morgan Stanley's Strategic Shift - Elevating Grid Hurdles, Trimming Compensation for Small Households

Posted on November 2nd, 2023 at 11:29 AM
Morgan Stanley's Strategic Shift - Elevating Grid Hurdles, Trimming Compensation for Small Households

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management has informed its approximately 15,000 advisors that, to maintain their current payout in the upcoming year, many will need to increase their revenue, according to a recent article in AdvisorHub.

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Former Morgan Stanley Advisor in North Carolina Faces Suspension and Fine for Unauthorized Trading

Posted on November 1st, 2023 at 1:17 PM
Former Morgan Stanley Advisor in North Carolina Faces Suspension and Fine for Unauthorized Trading

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) has suspended and fined a former Morgan Stanley advisor in Raleigh, North Carolina.

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Connecticut Investment Advisor Admits Guilt in $2.7M Cherry-picking Scam

Posted on October 31st, 2023 at 2:16 PM
Connecticut Investment Advisor Admits Guilt in $2.7M Cherry-picking Scam

Jonathan Vincent Glenn, the CEO of Glenn Capital in Greenwich, Connecticut, pleaded guilty to federal securities fraud charges, facing a potential 25-year prison sentence.

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SEC Examination Priorities in 2024

Posted on October 30th, 2023 at 2:14 PM
SEC Examination Priorities in 2024

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued its 2024 examination priorities to inform investors and registrants about the focal areas, key risks, and examination topics the division intends to emphasize in the coming year.

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Former Steward Advisors Sue Firm as They Depart for LPL

Posted on October 27th, 2023 at 2:29 PM
Former Steward Advisors Sue Firm as They Depart for LPL

Experienced brokers have witnessed a significant increase in recruiting offers in recent years. However, a lawsuit filed against Steward Partners Global Advisory last week illustrates the consequences that can arise when these deals, particularly those involving equity, take a negative turn.

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SEC Imposes Fines on Baird and Interactive Brokers in Ongoing Texting Probe

Posted on October 26th, 2023 at 11:49 AM
SEC Imposes Fines on Baird and Interactive Brokers in Ongoing Texting Probe

Several Wall Street firms, including prominent brokerages like Interactive Brokers Group Inc. and Robert W. Baird & Co. Inc., have collectively agreed to pay tens of
millions of dollars in penalties to U.S. regulators due to their employees' use of unmonitored communication channels during work.

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