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The independent broker-dealer’s executive team hopes the SEC works with the DoL to develop an industry standard.

The move marks the latest in a frenzied period one recruiter describes as “a feast.”

With strong returns and affinity among younger clients, one advisor has gone as far as to mandate the strategy.

See which firms took in the most revenue last year amid an industry-wide slump.

Experts say firms that clear through Pershing have an advantage in the looming recruiting fight.

Firms still rely heavily on commission income despite drops last year.

The engine of future growth for the top independent broker-dealers is likely to be fees.

Concerns about management dragged down job satisfaction ratings in J.D. Power’s annual survey.

Concerns with the fiduciary rule, compensation and leadership pushed down satisfaction ratings.

Although revenue fell for the FP50, most firms upped their AUM.

These firms reported the highest share of accounts topping $100,000.

A clear path has emerged after historic revenue drops among the top independent broker-dealers.

See which independent broker-dealers outpaced their peers at the top line.

The firm says it could delay changes it pledged to make to comply.

Key questions to ask when firms choose to rely on the best interest contract exemption. Some policies may drive advisers away.

CEO Wayne Bloom says the threat of lawsuits in the wake of the new regulation prompted the change, which could be a first among IBDs.

See which independent broker-dealers are beating their larger competitors in attracting new client assets.

See which independent broker-dealers have the highest revenue.

See which independent broker-dealers have the most high-end reps, plus dive into the average production for the top 10.

These firms reported the highest share of accounts topping $100,000.