Lawmakers and industry witnesses called proposal "a solution in search of a problem."
It's the lowest pass rate for the Level I test since 2021.
The agency's exams also brought to light issues with cryptocurrency.
FSI said the more expansive rule threatens independent advisors' contractor status.
The firm had said the two failed to get authorization for Allianz annuities, but a Finra panel disagreed.
The firm alleged a former broker violated non-solicitation agreements by recruiting 39 households worth $19 million.
Most firms are unprepared for the potential mental deterioration of their key professionals.
The proposal is flawed and destined to be struck down by the courts, the company's general counsel argued.
Matt Smith alleged his business associates undertook a “hostile takeover” as he battled bipolar disorder.
Two investors say they lost $2 million in cannabis investments, but PKS asserts it wasn't involved.
The rules would increase prohibitions on broker-dealers loaning money to and from clients.
The agency is merely repackaging its vacated 2016 fiduciary rule, the Financial Services Institute argued.
Supporters of the rule weighed in on the last day to offer public comments.
Billionaire investor Robert Rothman claims the bank improperly represented him and the team at the same time.
The SEC has yet to finish a mandate for public companies to disclose their environmental footprints.
The broker-dealer failed to supervise reps on certain transactions and misled customers about fees, Finra said.
Gary Chang of California stole more than $58,000 from four customers, the SEC said.
The agency received 50% more tips in the fiscal year ending Sept. 30 than a year earlier.
The industry is arguing that the proposal conflicts with the underwriting process.
Gregory Frank Estes was described in news reports as a prominent figure in the San Angelo community.