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fiduciary

[fi-doo-shee-er-ee, -dyoo-] / fɪˈdu ʃiˌɛr i, -ˈdyu- /
NOUN
financial person
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The controller also sits on dozens of boards and commissions, playing the role of fiduciary watchdog when it comes to investing in schools, hospitals and transportation and the state’s pension funds.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Instead, consider hiring a fee-only CFP who is also a fiduciary — obligated to put your interests first, and not sell you only on their firm’s products.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

The SEC found the adviser had violated its fiduciary duty and the antifraud provisions of the Advisers Act.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 27, 2026

The author sees her writing vocation as a kind of fiduciary responsibility, appointing herself a trustee of the family lore.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

He prefers money as a concept and often uses terms such as annuity and fiduciary, words definitely not listed in the dictionary of mindless entertainment.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris




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