Securities class action settlements set a record in 2016, Ron Paul was named Goldco's chief ambassador, and Mike Piazza (no, not that Mike Piazza) leaves Merrill Lynch for Raymond James.
Some firms are betting big on fees, yet nearly six in 10 commission-based investors say they'll likely ditch their firm if forced into a fee account.
There's a significant distrust of traditional financial services business, yet a shockingly high blind trust of apps.