New agent allegedly split commissions with ex-agent, churned those clients
Supervisory action to boost banks' capital, liquidity would aid creditors, depositors
Agents benefit from independent contractor status, undermining proposed lawsuit seeking employment benefits
Credit provisions, rising capital, liquidity, expenses blunt banks' results
Low collection rates and potentially high administration costs raise concern
A critical mass of activity shows intent to rein in the industry
The average advisor managed to grow their business while facing market headwinds
The man was also ordered to pay more than $2 million in restitution to victims
Conflict of interest concerns spark regulators' review
The risk of misleading disclosure pervades sustainable product lineups, European regulators say