FINRA Warns Investors of Gold Stock Scams
As investors flock to gold, FINRA warns of gold-related Ponzi schemes: http://www.finra.org/Newsroom/NewsReleases/2011/P124214
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Top corporations spent more on CEO comp, lobbying than taxes
In one more, rather shocking example of how the rich get richer, a new study reveals that some of the…
Read MoreRanks of advisers thin out for first time in a decade
The number of investment advisers registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission has fallen for the first time in 10…
Read MoreLandscape is changing for broker-dealers
Traditional broker-dealer business continues to change rapidly, making it more difficult, and more expensive for the small, as well as…
Read MoreFilings are down at FINRA arbitration
Filings are down at FINRA arbitration, reflecting a trend that losses are market driven not the result of poor advice…
Read MoreSchwab sues banks for manipulating Libor rates
Large banks have manipulated Libor interest rates since 2007, claims Schwab:
Read MoreSEC Bears Down on Fracking
SEC probes oil and gas companies for details on fracking:
Read MoreImplementation of the Dodd Frank Bill
As implementation of the Dodd Frank bill meanders its way through full adoption and the rule making process, it is…
Read MoreRecent Up-tick in “Golden Handcuff” Promissory Note Disputes
The firm has seen a recent up-tick in the number of “golden handcuff” promissory note disputes involving large wire house…
Read MoreArbitration claims against member firms
In California, when registered representatives assert arbitration claims against member firms, we recommend including allegations involving violations of California labor…
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