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RIA M&A stumbles in the second quarter

Acquirers say the highest-quality firms still command high valuations, while the rest are seeing new deal structures.

Merger and acquisition activity involving registered investment advisors saw a slight dip during the second quarter even as private equity investors continue to influence deal volume and valuations.

The latest report from Echelon Partners shows 65 transactions during the three-month period ending

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