RIAs

The wirehouse has experienced rapid growth in advisor productivity, executives say.

Millennials are using TDFs more than others. Digital firms are paying attention.

The firm has been looking to its wirehouse competitors for new hires throughout the year.

Independent Advisor Alliance and Private Advisor Group — two of the firm’s largest hybrid RIAs — say they’ve added billions in clients assets from IFP.

The move is intended to improve CRM integration and search optimization.

When faced with a regulatory challenge, advisors can’t be afraid to question authorities.

Growing firms need professional management, but chief operating officers with advisory experience are hard to find.

It’s another high-profile addition for the firm led by ex-Morgan Stanley executive Greg Fleming.

Macroeconomic trends and matters of convenience will move advisors, assets and markets next year in the ever-changing wealth management space.

Six major trends to watch next year include M&A and the breakaway broker movement.