U.S. sovereign rating remains under review amid concerns over political strife
Chief justice finds motion is premature, directs receiver to address distribution issues
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