The Trump administration was sending conflicting signals about the pact reached by senators Lamar Alexander and Patty Murray, which also faces ambivalence from some Republican senators and outright hostility from many House Republicans.

When it comes to the 401(k) industry, the brokerage model is no longer relevant, which makes the brokerage business unsustainable in the long-term.

Democrats in Congress might have more leverage in any deal that shores up the markets, since polls show that the majority of Americans might blame Republicans if Trumps orders exacerbate the ACAs problems.

A DOL panel has ruled that JPMorgan Chase & Co. must face a lawsuit that alleges the company systematically paid female employees less than men.