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Financial advisors see more trade 'spat' than war, but still prepare for the worst
NEWS EQUITIES FEB 03, 2025
Financial advisors see more trade 'spat' than war, but still prepare for the worst

Trump administration tariffs on Mexico and Canada shocked the market, but advisors remain nonplussed for now.

By Gregg Greenberg
B. Riley plans to spin off investment bank taking shape
NEWS BROKER DEALERS FEB 03, 2025
B. Riley plans to spin off investment bank taking shape

“Bryant Riley’s strength is that he’s an amazing dealmaker and originator,” an industry executive said.

By Bruce Kelly
LPL nabs $600M Osaic team to continue recruiting momentum
NEWS BROKER DEALERS FEB 03, 2025
LPL nabs $600M Osaic team to continue recruiting momentum

The broker-dealer giant is pressing on with its strategy to attract advisors as a Connecticut-based team joins its network.

By Leo Almazora
CW Advisors bolsters Boston-area footprint with double acquisition
NEWS RIAS FEB 03, 2025
CW Advisors bolsters Boston-area footprint with double acquisition

The $11 billion RIA's latest partnerships add $800 million in assets while widening its national network to include 14 offices.

By Leo Almazora
Advisor AI startup Jump completes $20M Series A funding
NEWS FINTECH FEB 03, 2025
Advisor AI startup Jump completes $20M Series A funding

The firm founded by serial fintech entrepreneurs aims to capitalize on its rise to leadership with continued innovation and expanded capacity to meet demand.

By Leo Almazora
As Trump's tariffs take effect, what might it mean for US investors?
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS FEB 03, 2025
As Trump's tariffs take effect, what might it mean for US investors?

Inflation is one of the key concerns as major trade partners prepare retaliation.

By Steve Randall
US pension system is among the best in the world, but there are nine better
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING FEB 03, 2025
US pension system is among the best in the world, but there are nine better

New analysis of 71 pension systems finds US approach needs some reform.

By Steve Randall
Summit Financial and The Wealth Alliance unveil strategic growth partnerships
NEWS RIAS JAN 31, 2025
Summit Financial and The Wealth Alliance unveil strategic growth partnerships

RIA giant Summit is closing in on a $20 billion asset milestone, while the New York-based WA looks to extend its Eastern US ambitions.

By Leo Almazora
Advisor industry bands together for pass-through deduction parity
NEWS RIAS JAN 31, 2025
Advisor industry bands together for pass-through deduction parity

FSI, IAA, CFP Board, and other voices have coalesced to help even the playing field on taxes for independent financial professionals.

By Leo Almazora
Record prices forcing advisors to consider gold exposure
NEWS EQUITIES JAN 31, 2025
Record prices forcing advisors to consider gold exposure

The yellow metal is shining brightly, hitting new record highs and drawing interest from advisory clients.

By Gregg Greenberg
Fourth-quarter frenzy pushed RIA M&A to a record 2024, DeVoe says
NEWS RIAS JAN 31, 2025
Fourth-quarter frenzy pushed RIA M&A to a record 2024, DeVoe says

After a three-year plateau, momentum from declining interest rates and surging markets could drive steady increases in dealmaking.

By Leo Almazora
Leave 401(k)s alone, ICI report urges policymakers
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 31, 2025
Leave 401(k)s alone, ICI report urges policymakers

Investment Company Institute issues call to protect DC plans' tax perks and other benefits for American retirement savers.

By Leo Almazora
Lenox, Matter Family Office announce C-suite updates
NEWS RIAS JAN 31, 2025
Lenox, Matter Family Office announce C-suite updates

The two firms are bolstering their ability to operate and engage clients with strategic leadership appointments.

By Leo Almazora
LPL, Raymond James report strong growth in last three months of 2024
NEWS BROKER DEALERS JAN 31, 2025
LPL, Raymond James report strong growth in last three months of 2024

Broker-dealers also optimistic that gains will be seen in current quarter.

By Steve Randall
Investor confidence in venture capital rises as dealmaking nears three-year high
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 31, 2025
Investor confidence in venture capital rises as dealmaking nears three-year high

Fourth quarter of 2024 saw significant rise in deals, totaling $87.4B.

By Steve Randall
Alts shops have their eyes on advisors
NEWS RIAS JAN 30, 2025
Alts shops have their eyes on advisors

An increasing proportion of alternatives, from fully liquid to illiquid, will be sold in the wealth management channel in the coming years, according to Fuse Research. Traditional asset managers are cranking out products, and PE firms are warming up to advisors.

By Emile Hallez
Alternative assets to gain share in client portfolios, say advisors
NEWS ALTERNATIVES JAN 30, 2025
Alternative assets to gain share in client portfolios, say advisors

A sizeable chunk of advisors in two polls show how digital assets and private market investments exposure could grow in the near term.

By Leo Almazora
Orion, Pontera strike new integration partnership
NEWS RETIREMENT PLANNING JAN 30, 2025
Orion, Pontera strike new integration partnership

The collaboration, billed as an industry first, will streamlines advisors' ability to manage 401(k)s, 403(b)s, and other held-away retirement accounts.

By Leo Almazora
AlphaCore widens West Coast wealth footprint
NEWS INDUSTRY NEWS JAN 30, 2025
AlphaCore widens West Coast wealth footprint

The firm's latest RIA partner adds $420 million in assets while expanding its base in Southern California.

By Leo Almazora
$55B alternatives firm New Mountain launches RIA support platform
NEWS RIAS JAN 30, 2025
$55B alternatives firm New Mountain launches RIA support platform

The New York-based firm's new unit will be headed by a seasoned Blackstone veteran, with a team of alums from Carlyle, Nuveen, BlackRock and CAIS.

By Leo Almazora