Financial stresses create a learning moment

Financial stresses create a learning moment
Bank failures, inflation and retirement fears are propelling financial literacy to the top of Americans' minds.
APR 06, 2023

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A 'just right' moment for munis
A 'just right' moment for munis

After a two-year period of inversion, the muni yield curve is back in a more natural position – and poised to create opportunities for long-term investors.

Advisor moves: UBS exodus continues as Merrill makes additions in California, Texas
Advisor moves: UBS exodus continues as Merrill makes additions in California, Texas

Meanwhile, an experienced Connecticut advisor has cut ties with Edelman Financial Engines, and Raymond James' independent division welcomes a Washington-based duo.

RIA giant Mercer matches 2024 deal count, lays groundwork for Idaho expansion
RIA giant Mercer matches 2024 deal count, lays groundwork for Idaho expansion

Oregon-based Eagle Wealth Management and Idaho-based West Oak Capital give Mercer 11 acquisitions in 2025, matching last year's total. “We think there's a great opportunity in the Pacific Northwest,” Mercer's Martine Lellis told InvestmentNews.

Osaic ponies up $9.8M to settle clients’ lawsuit involving real estate, alternatives
Osaic ponies up $9.8M to settle clients’ lawsuit involving real estate, alternatives

Osaic has now paid $17.2 million to settle claims involving former clients of Jim Walesa.

RIA moves: CW Advisors scores a double in Pennsylvania, Apella Wealth makes Chicago debut
RIA moves: CW Advisors scores a double in Pennsylvania, Apella Wealth makes Chicago debut

Osaic-owned CW Advisors has added more than $500 million to reach $14.5 billion in AUM, while Apella's latest deal brings more than $1 billion in new client assets.

SPONSORED How advisors can build for high-net-worth complexity

Orion's Tom Wilson on delivering coordinated, high-touch service in a world where returns alone no longer set you apart.

SPONSORED RILAs bring stability, growth during volatile markets

Barely a decade old, registered index-linked annuities have quickly surged in popularity, thanks to their unique blend of protection and growth potential—an appealing option for investors looking to chart a steadier course through today's choppy market waters, says Myles Lambert, Brighthouse Financial.