TD Ameritrade

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.

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

“There definitely will be people who don’t win in this,” says Altruist founder Jason Wenk.

Even as new technology and changing client demands force firms to constantly upgrade, advisors have potent defenses to help them stay competitive.

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After acquiring TD Ameritrade, Schwab’s custodial division would grow to about twice the size of its closest competitor.

Tom Bradley, known as an advocate for independent advisory firms, was hired to support advisors with under $100 million in assets.

When Advice Pay's Mary Moore shared the story of her alleged sexual assault, an outpouring followed. This public discussion is vital for change, says wealth manager Rachel Robasciotti.

In search of new sources of revenue now that it has slashed fees on stock trades, the brokerage giant could use the influx of deposits to grow its loan portfolio and add new banking services.

While the acquisition still needs regulatory approval, combining the two companies could be considered “anti-trust” in a different way.

Among immediate changes, Tim Hockey resigned as chief executive of TD. Here's what else advisors can expect.

Planners who manage less than $100 million in client assets question their future at Schwab.

Planners who manage less than $100 million in client assets question their future at Schwab.

Planners who manage less than $100 million in client assets question their future at Schwab.

America’s original discount broker will now have even more sway over the sector it pioneered nearly a half-century ago.

The deal would combine two of the biggest companies running platforms used by independent financial advisors.

The potential acquisition would unite two firms that custody assets for more 7,000 independent advisory firms.