Growth strategies

The industry's growth has set records in the number of firms, client assets and M&A deals. These firms stand out from their peers, though.

The largest firms enjoy distinct advantages, to be sure. But many small and midsize independent wealth management firms have an edge, too.

The latest push-pull episode between the giant firm and its large branches came to light in its earnings call. Unanswered questions loom large for its future.

Eight Broadridge employees rowed at the Paris Olympics this summer through the fintech's Elite Athlete Management Program.

From a logo inspired by a clothing decoration to a name inspired by the cosmos, learn why these eight financial services revamped their brands.

After prospects become customers, planners have many questions. Here's a look at a somewhat painful yet pivotal phase of the relationship.

A traditional focus of organic growth efforts is receding in importance for prospective customers — making a strong online footprint a requirement, experts say.

Morningstar's study suggests that emotional or personal motivations are just as important or even more significant than a need for "functional" professional services.

The National Association of Treasurers launched a new tool that allows individuals to compare the features of different states' ABLE programs.

The three influential figures' presentations at Morningstar's conference offered a primer on navigating a challenging field increasingly driven by technology.

Stephen Rhodes, the founder of Signify Wealth, has built the advisory practice into a 15-employee firm managing $250 million. Here's the story of his pivotal decision 12 years ago.

The many ways of measuring success in the West End of St. Louis could add up to policy solutions for narrowing the racial wealth gap — if the Invest STL Rooted program is successful.

Amid the painful backdrop of history and the scale of the present-day challenges, pro bono financial advisors are focusing on their clients.

The trailblazers who have found success in challenging circumstances shared key lessons and best practices as part of what will become an annual event.

Jeffrey Levine and The American College of Financial Services hope to help more financial advisors branch into the related but historically separate field.

High-earning participants in the expanding universe of retirement plans offer a wellspring of potential clients for firms and advisors.

Concurrent Financial Planning brings academic gravitas to its growth plans under the firm's founder Preston Cherry and his wife, Managing Partner Eiman Osseilan.

LPL Financial topped the list, but the next five firms in these rankings of the 10 that picked up the most brokers from rivals are wirehouses and employee brokerages.

The meaning of independence takes on many different forms for these 10 financial advisors, wealth management executives, entrepreneurs and other experts.

With brokerages, consolidation, lawsuits and more, independence ain't what it used to be. Advisors who want to break away must contend with ever-changing options and obstacles to define their own version of independence.