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UBS bets on next-gen talent amid continued advisor exodus
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT AUG 06, 2025
UBS bets on next-gen talent amid continued advisor exodus

The bank's new training initiative aims to add hundreds of advisors as it expands its mass-affluent advice unit, according to Barron's.

By Leo Almazora
PIABA slams SIFMA proposal for FINRA arbitration reform
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION AUG 06, 2025
PIABA slams SIFMA proposal for FINRA arbitration reform

The lawyers' group warns that adjudicating certain claims externally and limiting punitive damages, among other suggestions, could hurt investors.

By Leo Almazora
Savant Wealth targets Silicon Valley with Parkworth acquisition
MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS AUG 06, 2025
Savant Wealth targets Silicon Valley with Parkworth acquisition

With Parkworth Wealth Management and its Silicon Valley tech industry client base now onboard, Savant accelerates its vision of housing 10 to 12 specialty practices under its national RIA.

By Andrew Cohen
InvestCloud rolls out new-generation AI solutions with Zocks, smartKYC
FINTECH AUG 06, 2025
InvestCloud rolls out new-generation AI solutions with Zocks, smartKYC

The wealth tech giant is unveiling its new offerings, designed for advisor productivity and client engagement, as investors and experts continue to grapple with the implications of AI.

By Leo Almazora
RIA moves: Aspen Standard adds $1.1B Boston RIA, Ashton Thomas enters Hawaii market
RIA NEWS AUG 06, 2025
RIA moves: Aspen Standard adds $1.1B Boston RIA, Ashton Thomas enters Hawaii market

Meanwhile, Merchant is continuing to expand its support for RIAs by partnering with a South Dakota-chartered trust company.

By Leo Almazora
Younger Americans want advisors who know AI – but still want the human touch
FINTECH AUG 06, 2025
Younger Americans want advisors who know AI – but still want the human touch

Human guidance still wins over AI alone according to new report.

By Steve Randall
How firms can support advisors during difficult market times
OPINION AUG 05, 2025
How firms can support advisors during difficult market times

For service-focused financial advisors who might take their well-being for granted, regular check-ins and active listening from the top can provide a powerful recharge.

By Heather Robertson Fortner
RIA moves: PE-backed Arax strengthens Midwestern presence with Summit Wealth Strategies
RIA NEWS AUG 05, 2025
RIA moves: PE-backed Arax strengthens Midwestern presence with Summit Wealth Strategies

Meanwhile, $34 billion independent First Manhattan welcomed New Jersey-based Roanoke Asset Management, an RIA firm with more than 40 years of history.

By Leo Almazora
Osaic sees more staff cuts
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS AUG 05, 2025
Osaic sees more staff cuts

Most notably, two chief compliance officers have also recently left the firm.

By Bruce Kelly
Advisor moves: Cetera lures 12-person team from LPL, Raymond James reels in Commonwealth duo
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS AUG 05, 2025
Advisor moves: Cetera lures 12-person team from LPL, Raymond James reels in Commonwealth duo

The latest team to join Cetera, led by a 29-year veteran professional, arrives with roughly $380 million in AUA from OSJ Private Advisor Group.

By Leo Almazora
LPL names Emily Field as chief people officer amid Commonwealth integration push
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS AUG 05, 2025
LPL names Emily Field as chief people officer amid Commonwealth integration push

The McKinsey veteran brings her expertise as LPL targets a lofty 90% advisor retention rate from its acquisition and integration of the $300 billion RIA.

By Leo Almazora
Court rejects Perfection Bakeries' $2M pension credit in key ERISA case
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION AUG 05, 2025
Court rejects Perfection Bakeries' $2M pension credit in key ERISA case

An appeals court sided with a pension fund, ruling Perfection Bakeries must apply a $2M credit earlier in its withdrawal liability calculation.

By Matthew Sellers
Milton seeks Sanctuary in break for independence, reunites with former Merrill colleague
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS AUG 05, 2025
Milton seeks Sanctuary in break for independence, reunites with former Merrill colleague

Veteran advisor managing $400M launches firm through strategic partnership.

By Steve Randall
Osaic nabs two advisor teams from LPL in North Carolina
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS AUG 05, 2025
Osaic nabs two advisor teams from LPL in North Carolina

The giant hybrid RIA's latest East Coast move adds $175 million in recruited assets as it looks to offset broader advisor attrition.

By Leo Almazora
Fintech bytes: Altruist launches new subscription service for RIA custody
FINTECH AUG 05, 2025
Fintech bytes: Altruist launches new subscription service for RIA custody

Also, Nitrogen has added Indivisible Partners to its integration network, while Wealthtender unveiled an AI-focused update to help boost advisors' online presence.

By Leo Almazora
CFTC explores letting futures exchanges trade spot crypto
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION AUG 05, 2025
CFTC explores letting futures exchanges trade spot crypto

Regulator is asking for feedback on how this might work.

By Bloomberg
Trump to name new Fed governor, jobs data head in coming days
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION AUG 04, 2025
Trump to name new Fed governor, jobs data head in coming days

President says he has a ‘couple of people in mind’ for central bank role.

By Bloomberg
JPMorgan’s asset management arm targets Europe retail investors in active ETF tie-up
WIREHOUSES AUG 04, 2025
JPMorgan’s asset management arm targets Europe retail investors in active ETF tie-up

Wall Street firm partners with Dutch online broker to fuel push into EU market.

By Bloomberg
UBS to settle outstanding Credit Suisse RMBS case with $300M payment
WIREHOUSES AUG 04, 2025
UBS to settle outstanding Credit Suisse RMBS case with $300M payment

Agreement with the US Department of Justice comes eight years after settlement.

By Steve Randall
GeoWealth secures $38M in funding round led by major alternative investment manager
ALTERNATIVES AUG 03, 2025
GeoWealth secures $38M in funding round led by major alternative investment manager

Series C funding will accelerate unification of TAMP’s model portfolios.

By Steve Randall