Charitable giving is top of mind for most affluent individuals, according to a study by BNY Mellon Wealth Management, which found that 56% of the affluent currently have a charitable giving strategy and 22% would consider adopting one.
The top two motivators for giving are personal satisfaction and personal connections, the survey found, with 91% of those surveyed agreeing that a charitable giving strategy is a part of their overall wealth strategy.
Most investors, particularly Gen X and millennials, want their wealth adviser to understand their values, BNY Mellon said in the study.
Rajesh Markan earlier this year pleaded guilty to one count of criminal fraud related to his sale of fake investments to 10 clients totaling $2.9 million.
From building trust to steering through emotions and responding to client challenges, new advisors need human skills to shape the future of the advice industry.
"The outcome is correct, but it's disappointing that FINRA had ample opportunity to investigate the merits of clients' allegations in these claims, including the testimony in the three investor arbitrations with hearings," Jeff Erez, a plaintiff's attorney representing a large portion of the Stifel clients, said.
Chair also praised the passage of stablecoin legislation this week.
Maridea Wealth Management's deal in Chicago, Illinois is its first after securing a strategic investment in April.
Orion's Tom Wilson on delivering coordinated, high-touch service in a world where returns alone no longer set you apart.
Barely a decade old, registered index-linked annuities have quickly surged in popularity, thanks to their unique blend of protection and growth potential—an appealing option for investors looking to chart a steadier course through today's choppy market waters, says Myles Lambert, Brighthouse Financial.
