Portfolio

The founder of the private-equity backed RIA says he's interested in further acquisitions but doesn't want to be "growing for growth's sake."

The growing fixed-income products carry some risks, but their returns this year are attracting more financial advisors and their clients, according to experts.

The deal values closely held Fisher Investments at $12.75 billion and is part of the founder's estate planning, according to the firm.

Yext's CEO said his firm could have tried building its own in-house compliance software. Instead, it found exactly what it needed at Hearsay Systems.

A client plans to leave an inheritance only for their biological children, icing out the adopted ones. Is their financial advisor obligated to help — or speak out?

These issues loom especially large for the LGBTQ client base, which is the focus of a new national initiative launched by financial advisors, lawyers and other professionals.

"It would be irresponsible for us to ignore factors that can fundamentally impact the long-term viability of investments," said CalPERS interim Chief Investment Officer Dan Bienvenue of climate risks.

Like its Wall Street rival Morgan Stanley, Citi sees a path to trillions in client assets in its workplace division.

Working in teams can boost productivity, make succession easier and allow advisors to move upmarket, new research suggests.

The deal comes as a Raymond James executive questions if advisors who choose to go with private owners won't regret their decisions in three to five years.