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Vanguard Made a Single Acquisition. Now, It’s Getting Sued

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The complaint alleges Vanguard acted in bad faith by thwarting certain business deals post-acquisition.

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Advisor Upside

Referrals Are Still King, Even In the Era of AI

Growth across the RIA industry remains robust, but AI helps top performers stand apart from the crowd, according to a new Schwab report.

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Where Are Cash Sweep Lawsuits Now?

Lawsuits have been filed against a laundry list of brokerages, including Wells Fargo, LPL and others.

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Millennial Women Are Investing More Money Earlier, Says Schwab

Schwab’s Women Investors Survey showed Millennials invested the most — and were the most likely to enjoy it.

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Schwab Keeps Industry’s ETF Fee Cuts Rolling

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Vanguard reduced fees on 87 funds earlier this year, and Schwab just lowered costs on ETFs with $66 billion in total assets.

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Advisor Upside

Schwab Dangles a Consulting Service for Indy Advisors

The membership-based option may collide with other consulting and peer network services for new RIAs.

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The Great Wealth Transfer’s Not Just About the Money

With generational wealth momentum poised to put $124 trillion in motion, financial advisors face opportunities and challenges.

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Dual-Share Classes Are Coming. Why It Matters.

More than 50 asset managers have asked the Securities and Exchange Commission for permission to create dual share classes of mutual funds.

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Nasdaq to Open New Office on ‘Y’All Street’

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The operator of the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite Index will establish a new regional headquarters in Dallas.

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Schwab, Blackstone Among Firms Fined By SEC Over Off-Channel Comms

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The controversial enforcement actions have been called a “cash cow” by Commissioner Hester Peirce.

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