Corporate governance

Most "regional firms" still have fairly generous compensation for advisors at the low end of revenue production. But at Janney and RBC, the pay rates are lower and much closer to those of large Wall Street firms.

Most financial advisors and their clients are well aware of the in-progress great wealth transfer. But they also admit they're not ready for it.

Women often evaluate financial decisions through the lens of community and relationships. Advisors who adapt their approach can improve retention and boost referral-driven growth.

In contracting for various digital and operations services overseas, Edward Jones is tredding a path blazed by industry rivals like LPL Financial and Ameriprise.

A new annual compensation report by consulting firm Succession Resource Group explains how pay plans can boost — or detract from — the value of an RIA.

Many business owners wind up regretting how they exit from their ownership. That's why experts say financial advisors should ramp up their planning for it.

With so many changes in how people communicate, the lead generation and conversion process seems daunting. But experts say RIAs have the opportunity to achieve big growth through sustained and focused investing.

The latest study by The Kitces Report of advisors' well-being found five key drivers of their happiness with work — and many firms are falling short.

The payouts come as UBS nears completing its integration of Credit Suisse, which it bought in 2023.

Darryl Cohen faces a maximum of 20 years in prison for fraudulently persuading professional atheletes to buy insurance policies at massive markups.

No one is challenging clients as the best source of recommendations for financial advisors. But growth experts say many are missing out on the potential for highly profitable collaborations with outside professionals.

Graduate students at the University of Texas at Austin are using advanced analytics and AI to examine Wealthtender's client reviews — and create a new data metric for the industry.

Lisa Golia, now chief operating officer of the firm's U.S. wealth business, will be in charge of hiring, retaining and paying advisors.

With AI concerns crimping wealth management firms' stock values, an analysis by Fitch Ratings reveals the companies' underlying dynamics after a strong 2025.

Paul Reid Galietto's lawyer says he was let go by Credit Suisse in 2021 after the firm tried to unfairly blame him for losses from the collapse of the giant family office Archegos Capital Management.

From the Bible to best-selling books, the NBA player turned business owner credited his success in part to his voracious reading habit.

A solid sixth man for the Milwaukee Bucks built his family's wealth after his playing days. Here's what financial advisors and investors can learn from his example.

The positive association between the largest certification in the planning profession and key client outcomes is adding to a growing field of research on the value of advice.

Wealthy parents fear their kids will squander their inheritances. Financial planner Mary Clements Evans solved for that while cementing her firm's future.

The industry often struggles to help prospective professionals find their place, a challenge experts say is a crucial competitive priority for the future.