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Does The New Fiduciary Rule Really ‘Level The Playing Field’?

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For all the good intentions, however, what will happen when the rubber finally meets the road? Will the new DOL Fiduciary Rule really level the playing field?

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The Impact Of New Fiduciary Rule On 401k Plan Sponsors

Here’s where the greatest controversy of the new Rule, as with its predecessors, comes to a head.

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Exclusive Interview: Dr. Peter C. Earle Answers Whether Index Funds Are Too Much Of A Good Thing

“This lack of active involvement could lead to inefficiencies, reduced liquidity, and potential market instability, as prices may not accurately reflect the underlying value of securities.”

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5 Major Advantages 401k Plans Have Over Pension Plans

For all the rose-colored eyes that have a created a legend flawless certitude concerning memories of a time that never existed, pension plans simply can’t measure up to 401k plans.

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Is It A Bad Thing That ERISA Killed The Pension Plan?

ERISA, it turns out, was only the first in the one-two punch that made it difficult for private companies to justify offering pensions.

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The American Airlines ESG Fiduciary Case Exposed The Problem With Mandated Proxy Voting (And More)

Herein lies the potential for a direct conflict of interest. This applies generally to all proxy voting in commingled portfolios.

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Does The American Airlines ESG Fiduciary Case Suggest The End Of Active Management?

Since actively managed funds have lagged index funds, does this case put their continued use in ERISA plans at risk?

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Should The American Airlines ESG Fiduciary Case Be Dismissed?

On the face of it, American Airlines seemed to follow its documented process. So, what did the company do wrong?

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