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?
Basic Members
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“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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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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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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Herein lies the potential for a direct conflict of interest. This applies generally to all proxy voting in commingled portfolios.
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All kidding aside, Valentine’s Day is more than cards, candy, and Cupid. It’s about renewing a vow to treat each other with the highest fiduciary standard.
These Classic Movies (Unknowingly?) Promote The Fiduciary Standard
It seems like each decade produces a major box office hit that exudes fiduciary. This whole “best interest” thing seems to have caught on in Tinseltown. More recent movies have added a good dose of the “honesty” part of fiduciary.