Last Updated: October 2025 — Manchester, MO
Here’s what you need to know about Manchester, MO stockbroker Donald R. Hancock:
- Name: Donald Ralph Hancock
- Current Employer: Moloney Securities Co., Inc. (FINRA broker); Moloney Securities Asset Management LLC (investment adviser) — 13537 Barrett Parkway Dr., #300, Manchester, MO 63021 (registered with Moloney Securities Co., Inc. since 07/07/2010; with Moloney Securities Asset Management LLC since 02/23/2016)
- Prior Firms: Moloney Investment Advisory LLC (2016); Hancock Investment Advisors, LLC (2003–2010); Hancock Securities Group, LLC (2000–2010); D.R. Hancock & Company, Inc. (1982–2000); A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. (1978–1982); R. Rowland & Co., Inc. (1976–1978)
- CRD number: 828811
- Stockbroker / Financial Advisor. Yes — multiple FINRA principal and representative registrations (incl. General Securities Principal/Representative; Municipal Principal/Representative; Registered Options Principal; Securities Trader/Principal; Investment Banking Principal)
- Can Broker be Sued in FINRA: Yes — at least one pending FINRA arbitration and one settled arbitration reported
- Sanctioned by Securities Regulators: Yes — SEC order (09/27/2024) and prior NASD AWC (01/18/2000)
- Highest Award of Settlement: $161,667.50 (customer dispute settled 07/18/2025; FINRA Case No. 24-02039) — individual contribution $0
- Current Customer Dispute Seeks Total Damages of: $500,000 (claimant stated a range of $100,000–$500,000) — FINRA Case No. 25-01687, filed 08/14/2025; products cited include corporate debt, DPP/LP interests, oil & gas, and real estate securities (activity 2011–2021)
If you’ve sustained damages from Mr. Hancock, discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
Did You Lose Money with Donald R. Hancock as Your Stockbroker?
- SEC Regulatory Action (GWG L Bonds / Reg BI): On September 27, 2024, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission entered an order against Moloney Securities Co., Inc., Donald R. Hancock (CEO), and others in In the Matter of Moloney Securities Co., Inc., et al., Admin. Proc. File No. 3-22217. The SEC found failures to comply with Regulation Best Interest in recommendations of GWG Holdings, Inc. “L Bonds” to retail customers during June 30, 2020–January 15, 2022. Sanctions against Mr. Hancock: $50,000 civil penalty, $7,331 disgorgement, $1,010 prejudgment interest, and cease-and-desist; the order reflects a willful violation finding under Exchange Act Rule 15l-1(a)(1). Mr. Hancock’s BrokerCheck notes he paid all monetary sanctions on 10/24/2024.
- Customer Dispute (Settled): FINRA Arbitration No. 24-02039 — filed 09/23/2024; allegation: suitability/negligence in corporate debt (2021); settled on 07/18/2025 for $161,667.50 (individual contribution $0).
- Customer Dispute (Pending): FINRA Arbitration No. 25-01687 — filed 08/14/2025; allegation: suitability/negligence (2011–2021) in corporate debt, DPP/LP interests, oil & gas, and real estate securities; alleged damages: $500,000 (claimant stated range $100,000–$500,000). Status: Pending.
- Prior NASD AWC: 01/18/2000 — NASD alleged continuing-education and supervisory-procedures violations (Rules 1120, 2110, 3010(b)); $5,000 fine (joint and several) reported as paid.
Allegations of Broker Misconduct Against Donald R. Hancock
- Unsuitability — Recommendations must satisfy FINRA Rule 2111 (Suitability); after June 30, 2020, recommendations to retail customers must be in the customer’s best interest under SEC Regulation Best Interest (Exchange Act Rule 15l-1).
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty / Best-Interest Obligations — The SEC’s 2024 order alleges failures under Reg BI’s General and Care Obligations tied to GWG L Bonds.
- Fraud / Misrepresentation or Omission of Material Facts — Such conduct is prohibited by FINRA Rule 2020and can also be actionable under FINRA Rule 2010 (commercial honor and principles of trade).
- Unauthorized Trading — Trading without prior written customer authorization and firm approval can violate FINRA Rule 3260 (Discretionary Accounts).
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