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Alternatives still in the mix for advisors in 2025, despite bull run
EQUITIES DEC 18, 2024
Alternatives still in the mix for advisors in 2025, despite bull run

Wealth managers are not giving up on private equity heading into the new year, even as publicly traded stocks soar.

By Gregg Greenberg
Fed unveils December rate decision to cap off 2024
INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 18, 2024
Fed unveils December rate decision to cap off 2024

The central bank makes its last policy move for the year amid lingering uncertainty on inflation, jobs, and economic growth outlook.

By Leo Almazora
Ex advisor gets two years in prison for running fraudulent auto fund
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION DEC 18, 2024
Ex advisor gets two years in prison for running fraudulent auto fund

David Braeger is at least the second former advisor from Wisconsin this year to face prison time.

By Bruce Kelly
How do your clients judge you?
OPINION DEC 18, 2024
How do your clients judge you?

Think of all the ways your clients interact with you - are you excellent in all these areas?

By Scott Hanson
New year, new ways to track success
OPINION DEC 18, 2024
New year, new ways to track success

From AUM growth to client retention, acquisition, and NIGO rates, it takes a clear-eyed look at the past year's record for advisors to set smart 2025 goals.

By Kristine McManus
Raymond James bags $995M breakaway trio from Merrill
BROKER DEALERS DEC 18, 2024
Raymond James bags $995M breakaway trio from Merrill

The elite veteran-led team brings together more than 150 years of collective experience to RayJay's employee advisor arm in Ohio.

By Leo Almazora
Summit lands minority staking deal with $1.3B Gordon Asset Management
RIAS DEC 18, 2024
Summit lands minority staking deal with $1.3B Gordon Asset Management

The serial RIA acquirer's latest partner deepens its presence in North Carolina as well as its capabilities in the qualified retirement plan space.

By Leo Almazora
Most asset managers still rosy on sustainable investing
ESG DEC 18, 2024
Most asset managers still rosy on sustainable investing

Fewer are calling their strategies "ESG," but fund companies and institutional investors told US SIF they see the category growing over the next couple years.

By Emile Hallez
Commonwealth scores double with ex-Osaic advisors in New York
RIAS DEC 18, 2024
Commonwealth scores double with ex-Osaic advisors in New York

After previously managing over $495 million collectively, the national RIA's latest additions in Long Island come after a decades-long tenure with their former firm.

By Leo Almazora
PE-backed Mariner taps Catchlight to rev up organic growth
FINTECH DEC 18, 2024
PE-backed Mariner taps Catchlight to rev up organic growth

The advisory giant supported by Neuberger Berman is tapping the AI-powered fintech's capabilities to boost digital marketing, partner referral, and prospecting efforts.

By Leo Almazora
CFPB says divorced, widowed clients may be pushed into unaffordable home loans
INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 18, 2024
CFPB says divorced, widowed clients may be pushed into unaffordable home loans

Report finds that mortgage servicers may pile on pressure during vulnerability.

By Steve Randall
Sailor-turned-$300M advisor Jeffery Grange jumps ship to LPL's Linsco
INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 18, 2024
Sailor-turned-$300M advisor Jeffery Grange jumps ship to LPL's Linsco

Advisor moves from D.A. Davidson to expand Linsco in Santa Barbara.

By Steve Randall
Why RIAs might consider investing more in trust services
RIAS DEC 17, 2024
Why RIAs might consider investing more in trust services

A trust delivery model not only increases the value of an advisor and a firm but is also a natural addition to any firm’s succession plan.

By Josh Welsh
Cerity Partners bolsters high-net-worth tax offering in FBD deal
RIAS DEC 17, 2024
Cerity Partners bolsters high-net-worth tax offering in FBD deal

The PE-backed wealth firm overseeing $104 billion in assets is doubling down on the Los Angeles wealth market with its latest strategic integration.

By Leo Almazora
Baird wins $4.6 million raiding claim against Raymond James
BROKER DEALERS DEC 17, 2024
Baird wins $4.6 million raiding claim against Raymond James

For more than a decade, Raymond James has been one of the most aggressive firms to hire financial advisors from competitors.

By Bruce Kelly
$11.84B Merit strikes deal for Roth Asset Management
RIAS DEC 17, 2024
$11.84B Merit strikes deal for Roth Asset Management

The PE-backed hybrid RIA is expanding its reach in the Pacific Northwest while increasing its assets by $773 million.

By Leo Almazora
Waverly debuts in Pennsylvania with Planning Capital acquisition
RIAS DEC 17, 2024
Waverly debuts in Pennsylvania with Planning Capital acquisition

The RIA firm's latest partnership extends its reach to 12 states while boosting its assets to $15.9 billion.

By Leo Almazora
NEPC caps off year of growth with new partner and principal appointments
RIAS DEC 17, 2024
NEPC caps off year of growth with new partner and principal appointments

The OCIO giant's latest promotions 'highlight its focus on continuity, innovation, and a client-first ethos,' says managing partner.

By Leo Almazora
Beacon Pointe seizes $40B victory with dual acquisitions
RIAS DEC 17, 2024
Beacon Pointe seizes $40B victory with dual acquisitions

The prominent woman-led RIA's latest deals add $613 million in assets as well as new footholds in Boston and Dallas.

By Leo Almazora
Revealed: The top financial professionals in the US for 2024
INDUSTRY NEWS DEC 17, 2024
Revealed: The top financial professionals in the US for 2024

From RIAs to investment advisory, financial planning firms, and service providers, this year's crop of veterans and executives are defining what it means to lead in the world of wealth.

By Leo Almazora