The independent broker-dealers with the biggest revenue and asset gains in 2014

The independent broker-dealers with the biggest revenue and asset gains in 2014
These firms boosted their businesses significantly between 2013 and 2014
APR 29, 2015
Revenues at the largest independent broker-dealers grew 10.3% year-over-year in 2014, a figure in line with the broad market but below the 13.2% year-over-year revenue increase in 2013. While LPL Financial and Ameriprise dominate the independent broker-dealer industry based on total revenue, a group of other firms saw significant revenue and asset growth between 2013 and 2014. See which firms are on the rise, and don't forget to check out the full Top Independent Broker-Dealers of 2015 special report.
Biggest Gainers, ranked by change in revenue
Circle size is based on total revenue, and the x-axis reflects the percentage change from 2013. Please hover over each circle for more details.

Source: InvestmentNews Data

Note: Includes firms with at least $100 in 2014 revenue

Biggest Gainers, ranked by change in assets
Circle size is based on total assets, and the x-axis reflects the percentage change from 2013. Please hover over each circle for more details.

Source: InvestmentNews Data

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