New research from Fidelity Investments finds that advisors speak highly of independence but lack the knowledge to do it with confidence.

Avantax's parent had sued two firms owned by its future buyer and one of its major branches prior to the agreement to go private in a billion-dollar acquisition.

Company executives also called attention to the firm's new wealth management system, Wove.

Morgan Stanley's wealth management inflows slow in third quarter

Merrill president and co-head Lindsay Hans said the firm is well-positioned for the "largest asset-gathering opportunity that FAs have seen in decades."

The leaders of the group specializing in serving high net worth families were seeking to run their business entirely on a fiduciary basis.

The Wall Street giant is staggering under its plan to shift back to serving primarily the ultrawealthy.

A new Cerulli report found that the 10 largest broker-dealers hold 58% of retail AUM, in the wake of rapid consolidation among the top 25 BDs.

The banking and brokerage firm's income also suffered from clients moving money into high-interest-paying money markets.

Regulators are likley to enter into dialogue with industry about the best way to proceed.

CEO Charlie Scharf said the bank's troubled wealth unit had 'treaded water' for a while, but showed signs of recovery as client assets and fee income grew.

All eyes will be on the incoming veteran executive as the banking giant seeks to take advantage of expected growth in global wealth.

The banking giant also reported a whopping 36% increase in net income for its banking and wealth management unit.

The Investment advisory firm now overseeing more than $300 million in outside assets has Pontera to deliver comprehensive 401(k) management to its advisor network.

New Arizent research and a collection of experienced financial advisors say actually walking the walk is a big step for firms pursuing true inclusion.

The CEO of the 10-year-old hybrid RIA sees opportunity ahead to scoop up smaller practices in a tougher environment for buyers.

The new offering will be only open to accredited investors and qualified clients.

Planner Faiza Kedir became the first to use the new affiliation, as independent firms seek to boost their appeal across the industry's spectrum.

A new Arizent study finds that when it comes to diversity efforts that matter, "commitment" is the key word.

Meaningful progress on DEI initiatives has a real effect on the workforce. We examine the dynamics that drive this conclusion and what it means for companies.