Morning Memo
Wealth Management Morning Memo

JANUARY 30, 2020

INDUSTRY

United Capital Will Become Goldman Sachs Personal Financial Management

In related news, CEO Joe Duran will buy an apartment in New York, where Goldman is headquartered, an indication that he’ll continue to lead the business he built.  

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RETIREMENT PLANNING

IRS Helps IRA Custodians Comply With SECURE Act

Notice 2020-06 provides guidance on reporting 2020 requirement minimum distributions.

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DEAD CELEBRITY PODCAST

Robert Mugabe and Overcoming Fear of Estate Planning

Former Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe spent his life inspiring fear in others but was unable to overcome his own fear of estate planning.

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EQUITIES

GMO’s James Montier Says Equities Are in a Bubble

Fear and greed have been driving higher equity valuations for some time, says Montier, and investors are taking on too much risk.

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The Daily Brief

EQUITIES

Fidelity Retail Clients Can Trade Fractional Shares

The firm began rolling out the new service for retail customers today and will continue to do so in the coming weeks.

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INDUSTRY

FSI Scores Group Health Insurance

The Financial Services Institute has secured group health insurance for its advisors after years of attempts.

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