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Climate Action 100+ signers colluding? No way, says Morningstar
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 04, 2024
Climate Action 100+ signers colluding? No way, says Morningstar

Analysis of proxy voting records finds “a wide range of voting approaches” among asset managers and asset owners.

By Leo Almazora
Big-name affiliation a big deal for the affluent: Cerulli
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 04, 2024
Big-name affiliation a big deal for the affluent: Cerulli

A large proportion of wealthy clients are more comfortable with advisors at national firms, according to new research.

By Leo Almazora
MassMutual B-D gooses advisors with new bonus
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 04, 2024
MassMutual B-D gooses advisors with new bonus

MML Investors Services reps can earn an "advisor growth bonus" this year that rewards net new assets.

By Bruce Kelly
Just say no to Goldman’s executive comp plan, investors urged
ADVISOR NEWS INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 04, 2024
Just say no to Goldman’s executive comp plan, investors urged

Proxy voting firm cites ‘significant disconnect between pay and performance’ following CEO Solomon’s $31 million payday.

By Bloomberg
Homrich Berg announces new leader for $16B team of advisors
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 04, 2024
Homrich Berg announces new leader for $16B team of advisors

Firm hires former Bernstein Private Wealth Management office leader.

By Steve Randall
Team with shared mindset launches new RIA with tru Independence
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 04, 2024
Team with shared mindset launches new RIA with tru Independence

Four advisors start their new venture in Indianapolis.

By Steve Randall
Kiss banks $300M with sale of song catalog
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 04, 2024
Kiss banks $300M with sale of song catalog

The band is also selling its name and image rights to Abba Voyage firm.

By Bloomberg
Washington advisor claims victories in Hightower noncompete saga
GORIA COMPLIANCE APR 03, 2024
Washington advisor claims victories in Hightower noncompete saga

The legal skirmish has taken several turns, including a temporary restraining order and a decision kicking the case back to the state level.

By Leo Almazora
Fees for financial planning are on the rise: AdvicePay
RIAS PRACTICE MANAGEMENT APR 03, 2024
Fees for financial planning are on the rise: AdvicePay

Research shows upticks across subscription and one-time payment models amid investors’ growing appreciation for financial advice.

By Leo Almazora
Cambridge Investment Research chases RIA assets
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 03, 2024
Cambridge Investment Research chases RIA assets

The firm is paying up to recruits if they move client assets to its in-house money management system.

By Bruce Kelly
Focus chugs along with hub merger strategy
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 03, 2024
Focus chugs along with hub merger strategy

The latest intra-network consolidation, involving a HNW and retirement plan practice in Illinois, is set to form a $14.5B wealth firm.

By Leo Almazora
EP Wealth snaps up $1.2B California practice
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 03, 2024
EP Wealth snaps up $1.2B California practice

The RIA's acquisition of Wacker Wealth Partners, its second deal this year, bolsters its presence in the state’s Central Coast region.

By Leo Almazora
SEC hammers Commonwealth with $93M in penalties over revenue sharing
GORIA COMPLIANCE APR 03, 2024
SEC hammers Commonwealth with $93M in penalties over revenue sharing

The penalty represents about one or two years of net income for the firm.

By Bruce Kelly
Sequoia Financial Group acquires $310M AUM Texas RIA
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 03, 2024
Sequoia Financial Group acquires $310M AUM Texas RIA

The deal increases Sequoia's footprint to 14 locations across eight states.

By Steve Randall
OneSeven welcomes $190M advisor to its growing network
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 03, 2024
OneSeven welcomes $190M advisor to its growing network

An Ohio-headquartered RIA's newest partner is joining from Edelman Financial Engines.

By Steve Randall
Will Wall Street banks avoid tough new climate-risk rules?
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 03, 2024
Will Wall Street banks avoid tough new climate-risk rules?

Potential for global rules has reportedly been thwarted by the Fed.

By Bloomberg
CalPERS taps New Zealander as new CIO for $495B fund
ADVISOR NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 03, 2024
CalPERS taps New Zealander as new CIO for $495B fund

Stephen Gilmore currently oversees New Zealand's sovereign wealth fund.

By Bloomberg
Former AssetMark CEO Ahluwalia joins Hightower as president
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 02, 2024
Former AssetMark CEO Ahluwalia joins Hightower as president

RIAs should have ‘quality leadership teams,’ says Hightower CEO Bob Oros.

By Josh Welsh
OneDigital snaps up Texas-based wealth and retirement practice
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 02, 2024
OneDigital snaps up Texas-based wealth and retirement practice

The deal, the RIA's third this year, broadens its presence in the south-central US.

By Leo Almazora
Sanctuary welcomes UHNW duo from Merrill
RIAS INDUSTRY NEWS APR 02, 2024
Sanctuary welcomes UHNW duo from Merrill

The firm adds a $700 million breakaway practice in North Carolina.

By Leo Almazora