Elsewhere, Indianapolis-headquartered indie Sapient Capital nabbed a $1 billion JPMorgan advisor in a recruitment first, while another duo also left the wirehouse to join Wells Fargo.

With growing AI adoption, new connections between leading planning tools highlight the push for efficiency and enhanced client service.

The two CD&R portfolio companies' alliance will enable Focus to leverage Vialto’s deep cross-border expertise and 6,500-strong team.

The deal for the $34 billion wealth firm comes as PE-backed transactions set a new annual record, while the SEC puts a spotlight on compliance risks for advisers being acquired.

Following a new custodial partnership and ongoing AI-led strategy, the platform's latest industry-leading update brings live account information into advisor conversations.

Strategic alliance brings held-away cash management capabilities to advisors working with ultra-high-net-worth clients.

An advisor trio has also splintered off from Raymond James to another firm in Florida, while Janney adds $800 million in assets with a double addition.

Carson Group also added another $1.45 billion team in Ohio, while Utah-based Diversify further extend its reach in Boston.

The federal regulator's exam priorities highlight risks for broker-dealers and investment advisers, with an emphasis on complex products and private credit.

The Munster Freeman Group has joined the wirehouse in California, following another billion-dollar team's departure from Merrill Lynch last month.