Recruiting

Two of the new hires have more than 20 years of industry experience each.

The wealth management unit took in lower revenue from the year-ago period — but executives say its transformation is going according to plan.

Two dozen advisors left the wirehouse in recent months to join the regional BD.

I had a strong opinion. Then our reporting changed my mind.

At best, the variety increases awareness of what the career can offer. At worst, it lends ammunition to critics who insist the profession isn’t a profession at all.

It’s the sixth team to join JPMorgan Chase’s boutique brokerage in 2019.

When an unusual recruiting deal between Credit Suisse and Wells Fargo went awry, years of broker frustration, severe attrition and litigation followed. Also at stake: Up to $245 million in back pay.

The dispute involves dueling claims of fiduciary responsibilities.

More than 400 advisors joined regional BDs last year, according to hiring announcements and BrokerCheck data.

The departures include a team that managed $380 million.