Morning Memo
Wealth Management Morning Memo

JANUARY 29, 2020

ETFS

Non-Transparent Active ETF Creators Await Mutual Fund Conversions

Once asset managers can convert traditional mutual funds into ETFs, that will change the market for mutual funds, according to panelists at Inside ETFs. But one speaker says it won't be the end of mutual funds.

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INDUSTRY

HighTower Launches New Branding Campaign

While it will still represent the firm’s commitment to the fiduciary model, HighTower’s refreshed branding will focus more on its community of advisors and the holistic wellness of the end clients they serve.

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SPONSORED CONTENT

Exclusive Research: Advisors’ Continue to Build Compliance Resources

Increased attention to regulatory compliance appears to be paying off at audit time.

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ESTATE PLANNING

A Post SECURE Act Planning Alternative

Leave the retirement account portion of an estate to children in lower tax income brackets.

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Why You Need to Improve Your Client Experience Right Now

Find out how the right technology can help you innovate your client experience to build better relationships and ultimately grow your business.

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INSIDE ETFS CONFERENCE

The Anatomy of a Recession

Josh Jamner, Investment Strategist Analyst at ClearBridge Investments, details the indicators on the Recession Risk Dashboard that could point toward an economic downturn.

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The Daily Brief

HIGH NET WORTH

Private Equity, Hedge Funds Top Among Family Office Investments

The top locations for family offices in the U.S. were New York, California and Texas.

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TECHNOLOGY

Timeline Decumulation Planning App Has New Integration With Redtail

The new integration means no more manual data entry for advisors with Redtail CRM that use or want to use Timeline.

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SPONSORED WEBINAR

In Times of Chaos, Choose to Innovate – 2020 Investment Insights

The economic outlook for 2020 presents many questions—but few answers. Everyone is talking about macroeconomic events we can’t control. So what do we do in times of chaos? In a word, innovate. Join Wells Fargo Asset Management and discover how they’re outthinking the chaos.

Thursday, January 30, 2020 | 2:00 pm ET

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PEOPLE

SEC: Broker Stole $2.4 Million from Clients

Edward E. Matthes has agreed to settle the charges that he misappropriated funds from 26 brokerage and investment advisory clients.  

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