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iCapital secures $820M in latest funding, hits $7.5B
FINTECH JUL 10, 2025
iCapital secures $820M in latest funding, hits $7.5B

The giant alt investments platform's latest financing led by T. Rowe Price and SurgoCap Partners, along with State Street, UBS, and BNY, will fuel additional growth on multiple fronts.

By Leo Almazora
Merrill Lynch on the hook for $3.7M after clients claimed sale of unsuitable private equity
WIREHOUSES JUL 10, 2025
Merrill Lynch on the hook for $3.7M after clients claimed sale of unsuitable private equity

Some investors recently have seen million dollar plus decisions by FINRA arbitration panels involving complex products decisions go their way.

By Bruce Kelly
What does it take to feel 'financially comfortable' or 'wealthy' in 2025?
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 10, 2025
What does it take to feel 'financially comfortable' or 'wealthy' in 2025?

New report shines a light on how Americans view wealth today.

By Steve Randall
Retirement delays, Social Security fears prompt advisors to rethink income strategies
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 09, 2025
Retirement delays, Social Security fears prompt advisors to rethink income strategies

Concerns about outliving savings and healthcare costs are reshaping how "Peak 65" Americans and advisors approach income planning.

By Leo Almazora
Barred ex-Merrill Lynch advisor arrested in alleged $2.6M theft of former Miami Dolphin Pro Bowler
WIREHOUSES JUL 09, 2025
Barred ex-Merrill Lynch advisor arrested in alleged $2.6M theft of former Miami Dolphin Pro Bowler

Former advisor Isaiah Williams allegedly used the stolen funds from ex-Dolphins defensive safety Reshad Jones for numerous personal expenses, according to police and court records.

By Bruce Kelly
RIA moves: Modern Wealth tops $8.5B AUM as Aspen expands in Connecticut
RIA NEWS JUL 09, 2025
RIA moves: Modern Wealth tops $8.5B AUM as Aspen expands in Connecticut

Modern Wealth's latest deal for a California-based fee-only RIA marks its fourth acquisition of 2025.

By Leo Almazora
Empower defends private market access in 401(k)s in response to Warren scrutiny
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 09, 2025
Empower defends private market access in 401(k)s in response to Warren scrutiny

Sen. Warren has warned of private market investment risks due to opacity, illiquidity, and past regulatory issues.

By Leo Almazora
AI is gaining traction with buy-side equity traders and may be an unstoppable force
FINTECH JUL 09, 2025
AI is gaining traction with buy-side equity traders and may be an unstoppable force

Use of the technology is growing and asset managers see transformative benefits.

By Steve Randall
One in five Americans expect an inheritance. Are too many relying on it?
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 08, 2025
One in five Americans expect an inheritance. Are too many relying on it?

Research reveals expectation could be replaced by disappointment.

By Steve Randall
Farther debuts AI investment proposal tool for advisors to win clients
FINTECH JUL 08, 2025
Farther debuts AI investment proposal tool for advisors to win clients

"Im glad to see that from a regulatory perspective, we're going to get the ability to show we're responsible [...] we'll have a little bit more freedom to innovate," Farther co-founder Brad Genser told InvestmentNews in light of relaxed AI regulations from the SEC.

By Andrew Cohen
Are you optimally efficient?
OPINION JUL 08, 2025
Are you optimally efficient?

Taking a systematic approach to three key practice areas can help advisors gain confidence, get back time, and increase their opportunities.

By Jeff Thorsteinson
Advisor moves: Father-son duo leaves Raymond James for LPL, RayJay adds Merrill Lynch alum in Florida
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 08, 2025
Advisor moves: Father-son duo leaves Raymond James for LPL, RayJay adds Merrill Lynch alum in Florida

Meanwhile, Osaic lures a high-net-worth advisor from Commonwealth in the Pacific Northwest.

By Leo Almazora
Beacon Pointe adds six RIAs in two-month acquisition spree, boosting AUM by $2.7B
RIA NEWS JUL 08, 2025
Beacon Pointe adds six RIAs in two-month acquisition spree, boosting AUM by $2.7B

The deals, which include its first stake in Ohio, push the national women-led firm up to $47 billion in assets.

By Leo Almazora
RIA moves: RWA Wealth Partners strengthens leadership as $8B Procyon widens Northeast footprint
RIA NEWS JUL 08, 2025
RIA moves: RWA Wealth Partners strengthens leadership as $8B Procyon widens Northeast footprint

The Dynasty Financial partner firm's latest deal in Connecticut adds roughly $600 million in client assets.

By Leo Almazora
Cetera names Richard Vogel to lead Cetera Advisors community
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 08, 2025
Cetera names Richard Vogel to lead Cetera Advisors community

The giant broker dealer and RIA overseeing roughly $554 billion in AUA has appointed a Merrill and BofA alum to support advisor growth.

By Leo Almazora
Women are wealthier than ever, so why do so many feel financially insecure?
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 08, 2025
Women are wealthier than ever, so why do so many feel financially insecure?

InvestmentNews talks to Citi's Judi Leahy about what's driving the fear.

By Steve Randall
Robinhood in talks with regulators over tokenized US equities
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION JUL 08, 2025
Robinhood in talks with regulators over tokenized US equities

Firm's CEO is confident SEC can approve without legislation.

By Bloomberg
Five-person Raymond James team jumps to Janney in Maryland
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 07, 2025
Five-person Raymond James team jumps to Janney in Maryland

The group led by a 37-year industry veteran brings $470 million in assets to the Philadelphia-based broker dealer.

By Leo Almazora
$20B Merit looks to next phase as Constellation takes minority stake
RIA NEWS JUL 07, 2025
$20B Merit looks to next phase as Constellation takes minority stake

The Atlanta, Georgia-based national wealth firm revealed its new PE partner as prior backers Wealth Partners Capital Group and HGGC's Aspire Holdings exited their investments.

By Leo Almazora
$350M father-son duo hops from Osaic to Equitable Advisors
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JUL 07, 2025
$350M father-son duo hops from Osaic to Equitable Advisors

The latest departures in Ohio mark another setback for the hybrid RIA, which is looking to "expanding its presence across all models and segments of the wealth management industry."

By Leo Almazora