The Association of African American Financial Advisors is holding its annual Vision conference this week.

The number of certified financial planners reflects competition for talent and a profession navigating questions about conflicts of interest.

This fringe benefit can take the weight off of the company's human resources department, allow employees to experience the benefits of financial planning and even allow advisors to prospect for new clients.

The giants of the channel grabbed most of the spots in the rankings, but some of their smaller or midsize rivals are also expanding quickly.

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The GAO investigated industry disclosures and conducted undercover calls to evaluate "where issues around conflicts of interest and investment advice stand today."

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Rising financial advisor productivity came with much better pay at these independent brokerages.

New rules for IRA beneficiaries, the expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and guidelines for qualified stock make these strategies especially relevant.

These firms ramped up their ranks through recruiting and M&A deals at notable rates over the past decade — even as the channel experienced record growth.

One of the most successful recruiting firms in recent years, LPL again finds happy hunting grounds at its rival giant in the independent brokerage channel.

These 12 independent wealth management firms are setting a higher bar than their peers, but they and the industry still have a very long way to go.

Workers are less satisfied with their job and looking for other opportunities.

Industry experts say they can't recall another time when an advisory firm has used a lawsuit for a wholesale indictment of a rival's recruiting practices.

Financial advisors have built companies that are attractive to investors. But if they face challenges, experts say they can solve them without letting go of their firms.

The largest firms enjoy distinct advantages, to be sure. But many small and midsize independent wealth management firms have an edge, too.

The trio of financial advisors cited the needs of ensemble advisory practices, succession resources and the option to convert to a hybrid RIA model someday.

The latest push-pull episode between the giant firm and its large branches came to light in its earnings call. Unanswered questions loom large for its future.

Eight Broadridge employees rowed at the Paris Olympics this summer through the fintech's Elite Athlete Management Program.

The litigation comes amid heated debate over a Department of Labor rule meant to prevent excessive fees on sales of insurance products.