“While the stock market’s October gains clearly contributed to this positive trend, underlying economic fundamentals remain a top concern for America’s wealthiest investors,” said George H. Walper, Jr., president of Spectrem Group.
Asked what is the most important factor impacting their investment plans, 22% of millionaires cited stock market conditions and 21% the economic environment. Likewise, 21% of affluent investors pointed to the stock market and 20% the economy.
Founder Jason Wenk discussed the rapid rise of his firm, his plans for AI, a coming Netflix show with a "cool" name and more.
A 26-year-old lawyer in New York City wants to know if they're on track for retirement, but the most important factors aren't always clear. Financial advisors have a few ideas.
Departures from the Swiss banking giant show no signs of letting up in a week that also saw LPL Financial and Elevation Pointe announce big deals.
Chuck Roberts, whose recommendations of structured notes landed the St. Louis firm a nearly $133 million arbitration award, was kicked out of the industry after ceasing to cooperate with a regulatory investigation.
Most athletes run into money problems after their playing days are over, but experienced advisors say that with careful planning, this specialized client base can build financial success for the long run.
Experts say that families often get caught off guard by their loved ones' cognitive decline and it's a crucial component of planning that is frequently left undiscussed.
