Fed easing, wealth M&A and platform strategies keep asset and wealth managers active on deals
Big money firm is among the latest moves in the wealth management space
New estate and retirement income tools widen the planning playbook for Cetera’s 12,000 advisors, with an eye on tax, financial security, and multi-generational relationships.
Raymond James is turning to the longtime asset management executive to steer its multi-boutique platform while supporting an aggressive ETF build-out.
State-registered RIAs managing less than $100 million in Alabama can now use online reviews in their marketing, which SEC-registered advisors have been able to do since 2021.
Confidence in long-term security persists even as day-to-day financial stress hits record levels.
An advisor quartet managing $300 million also joined an indie practice within Ameriprise, while Commonwealth Financial Group's latest hires include an ex-Citi Private Bank leader who previously oversaw $3.6 billion in client assets.
The broker at the heart of the matter in question is Robert Prettyman, according to a consent order from November.
Nearly half of people surveyed by Edelman Financial Engines want to reinvent retirement even as money, inflation, and Social Security fears weigh on their plans.
Bluespring's acquisition-led strategy brought in more than $6 billion, while Concurrent’s minority-stake model helped drive a 50% jump in assets.
With the current post-COVID market environment and a growing hesitation among firms to go public, alternative investments may be an ideal way to add ballast and diversification.
She says she filed her complaint on July 16 and was terminated two weeks later
White House says new directive curbs political agendas in shareholder voting advice, such as ESG and diversity
Clients are overwhelmed by sensational financial content that prioritizes clicks over sound advice. In this piece, Peter V. Disch, Founder and Managing Member of Great Point Wealth Advisors, explains why advisors must refocus client education on real goals, time horizons, and emotions—not just market forecasts and performance metrics. He shows how listening to how decisions feel can matter as much as the numbers
Traditional 60/40 portfolios are under pressure as bonds lose their reputation as the “safe” side of investing, prompting more investors to explore alternatives. Financial advisor Todd Bryant, CFP®, ChFC®, CLU®, AIF®, explains why structured notes and other alternative strategies are gaining traction, how much exposure may be appropriate, and why education and clear communication are critical when reshaping long-term portfolios.
Cerity’s $10 million stake gives its advisors a front-row role in NPM-run liquidity programs, with planning support tied to employee tender proceeds.
The legislation now headed to the Senate would help tamp down potential pump-and-dump schemes by foreign private issuers.
Guidance calls for oversight calibrated to use‑case risk, from note‑taking and admin tools to higher‑stakes decision engines.
Mercer also expanded in Portland with Thompson Advisory’s $260 million book, while Waverly picks up a $257 million Pennsylvania shop.
How thoughtful planning, gifting, and communication can make family wealth transfers more effective.
