Vanguard to Pay $106.4 Million to Resolve Alleged Violations Linked to Retirement Funds

Vanguard to Pay $106.4 Million to Resolve Alleged Violations Linked to Retirement Funds

The SEC said a lack of notifications by Vanguard drove higher capital gains tax bills for many retail investors.

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