Charles Schwab

The firm is dropping management fees on robo accounts with $10,000 to $50,000, turning to a minimal per-month charge instead.

Perceptions on relationships, health, and lifestyle have also changed.

The acquisition, set to close later this year, will create a behemoth among custodians.

Brokers and fund managers are turning to innovation to remain competitive and capture new customers.

Even as Schwab, TD Ameritrade and E-Trade attract billions in new assets, company cash yields suffered from Fed cuts.

Vanguard reclaimed its top spot in J.D. Power’s annual ranking of self-directed investor satisfaction. Charles Schwab retained its position as a leader among DIY investors.

Since the all-stock purchase was announced, TD Ameritrade's valuation has plummeted and both firms are now operating with most, if not all, staff working remotely.

The perennial contender won the top spot in J.D. Power’s annual survey as the coronavirus makes brand and advisor trust even more important to the industry.

The firm is experimenting with new, virtual capabilities to permit staff to work remotely amid an unprecedented health crisis.

Whether it’s the products they’re developing or the projects they’re leading, the following asset management executives are among the most talented.

Schwab’s new executive explains his split with TD Ameritrade and his commitment to his new employer’s 4,500 sub-$100 million advisors.

The firm has stepped up its focus on income-related products as it seeks to attract a larger share of the retirement business.

The proposed acquisition is under scrutiny from advisors as well as the Justice Department.

Direct indexing, heightened competition and advisor tech platforms were just some of the critical details executives discussed.

The agency is seeking additional information from the firms as well as competitors and advisors.

The custodian has made three big announcements. The connection between the three may not be obvious, but together, they indicate what I think could be a brilliant strategy.

Planners — and RIAs that want to hire them — have faced hurdles tied to client solicitation rules.

BlackCrown tried to call foul on Schwab’s anticipated acquisition, asserting it would become an “unlawful monopoly” and stifle innovation in the custodial marketplace.