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What's the $20T climate theme that's outperforming other strategies?
RIA NEWS JAN 17, 2024
What's the $20T climate theme that's outperforming other strategies?

UBS Global Wealth Management sees a bright spot for this green investment.

By Bloomberg
Over a third of US advisors plan to retire within 10 years
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JAN 16, 2024
Over a third of US advisors plan to retire within 10 years

Succession planning is critical, as advisors 55 and older account for 42 percent of head count but 57 percent of assets, Cerulli found.

By Emile Hallez
Morgan Stanley's new CEO Pick has wealth management in his veins
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JAN 16, 2024
Morgan Stanley's new CEO Pick has wealth management in his veins

Industry executive warns it will take time for Pick to earn the trust of advisors.

By Bruce Kelly
Bob Doll named CEO of Crossmark
RIA NEWS JAN 16, 2024
Bob Doll named CEO of Crossmark

Doll, who succeeds Mike Kern as the faith-based investment management firm's CEO, will continue to serve as its chief investment officer.

By InvestmentNews
RIA M&A activity sails strong into 2024, Echelon says
RIA NEWS JAN 16, 2024
RIA M&A activity sails strong into 2024, Echelon says

Deal volume comes in above 300 again in 2023, with well-capitalized RIA acquirers dominating, according to report.

By Josh Welsh
Can the wirehouses stop leaking advisors?
WIREHOUSES JAN 16, 2024
Can the wirehouses stop leaking advisors?

Many advisors are leaving, disillusioned by what they consider prohibitive pay grids and a lack of flexibility.

By InvestmentNews
RIAs to have a rollicking year
RIA NEWS JAN 16, 2024
RIAs to have a rollicking year

In the wake of Fisher Investments deal chatter, 2024 will likely be studded with significant transactions involving registered investment advisors.

By Bruce Kelly
Moisand helps amplify CFP Board’s voice in fight for fiduciary advice
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE JAN 16, 2024
Moisand helps amplify CFP Board’s voice in fight for fiduciary advice

In one of his last actions as CFP Board chairman, Daniel Moisand testified at last month’s hearings on the Department of Labor’s latest advice proposal.

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
How depths of 9/11 trauma propelled planning career
RIA NEWS JAN 16, 2024
How depths of 9/11 trauma propelled planning career

Dr. Nicole B. Simpson was in Tower Two when the planes hit the World Trade Center, altering the course of her personal and professional life forever.

By Emily Douglas
Despite more than $2B in fines, financial industry still uses risky communications
FINTECH JAN 16, 2024
Despite more than $2B in fines, financial industry still uses risky communications

Report reveals texting and messaging apps common at RIAs and broker-dealers.

By Steve Randall
Laird Norton, Wetherby to bring all offices under new streamlined brand
RIA NEWS JAN 16, 2024
Laird Norton, Wetherby to bring all offices under new streamlined brand

The move combines wealth management and investment advisory under one name.

By Steve Randall
ETFs, model portfolios among the hottest investment trends for 2024
RIA NEWS JAN 16, 2024
ETFs, model portfolios among the hottest investment trends for 2024

Natixis Investment Managers’ portfolio managers, strategists and executives share their outlook.

By Steve Randall
It’s too soon to bet on aggressive rate cuts, says IMF executive
REGULATION, LEGAL & COMPLIANCE JAN 16, 2024
It’s too soon to bet on aggressive rate cuts, says IMF executive

Inflation is still not under control so cuts may be smaller than expected.

By Bloomberg
Dollar up, Treasuries climb as Fed rates sentiment eases
RIA NEWS JAN 16, 2024
Dollar up, Treasuries climb as Fed rates sentiment eases

Greenback gains alongside less risky assets ahead of Waller speech.

By Bloomberg
Why US earnings may easily beat expectations
EQUITIES JAN 16, 2024
Why US earnings may easily beat expectations

Morgan Stanley analyst says forecasts have set the stage for surprises.

By Bloomberg
EM stocks drop for worst start to a year since 2016
RIA NEWS JAN 16, 2024
EM stocks drop for worst start to a year since 2016

Geopolitics and higher rates are weighing on sentiment.

By Bloomberg
Wells Fargo Advisors to sell new bitcoin ETFs
ALTERNATIVES JAN 12, 2024
Wells Fargo Advisors to sell new bitcoin ETFs

'We’ve made significant investments the last few years across our franchise to better serve our customers, and help drive growth,' says Wells CFO Mike Santomassimo.

By Bruce Kelly
Merrill adds new clients by tapping Bank of America customers
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JAN 12, 2024
Merrill adds new clients by tapping Bank of America customers

'In 2023, a record number of existing Bank of America clients became Merrill clients,' says Eric Schimpf, president and co-head of Merrill Wealth Management. 'We can and will do more here.'

By Mark Schoeff Jr.
JPMorgan posts record net interest income
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS JAN 12, 2024
JPMorgan posts record net interest income

The bank said the windfall may continue this year; its earnings also included a $2.9B charge for an FDIC special assessment related to last year's bank failures.

By Bloomberg
Arax acquires independent broker-dealer, adds $2B wealth team
RIA NEWS JAN 12, 2024
Arax acquires independent broker-dealer, adds $2B wealth team

The firm has also hired a new CIO as it scales up its operations.

By Steve Randall