Wealth management

One of the new recruits says his group was attracted to the firm's platform and culture.

The spat between the firms started when the regional BD recruited a group of advisers who collectively oversaw about $1.1 billion in client assets.

Find out which top practices gained or lost advisors in the last year.

James Gorman laid out plans for the wealth management unit, which turned in record earnings for the fourth quarter.

When advisers are deeply involved in clients’ charitable plans, both families and firms may find real gratification.

While ETF choices are limited, a handful using these securities offer different approaches and capitalization sizes.

Clients are likely to overlook the possibility of portfolio failure, unexpected financial responsibility and health issues.

16 individuals or teams are nominated in the four-category list.

The move comes as a surprise; "active search" for a replacement underway.

Advisers have been warned: SEC's exam guidance to focus on cyber threats and issues involving seniors, leaving little excuse for noncompliance.

Planners act on expectations of pro-business, anti-trade initiatives by the incoming administration.

OSHA supports ex-broker Johnny Burris’ firing because he allegedly faked company letterhead. Burris says the bank approved the altered letter years before.

The decision vindicates ex-broker Johnny Burris, but also supports the move to fire him. However, a bank document obtained by Financial Planning casts doubts on the reason for his termination.

Nearly half of U.S. clients would switch to tech giants for advisory services, according to a new study.

Technology is getting faster and smarter. Luckily, advisers have a natural-born defense — but first must learn how to use it.

The new year is off to a busy start with deals worth $250 million.

See which of the top firms added, retained or even lost clients in the past year.

The RIA aggregator added its 43rd partner.

Envestnet CEO Jud Bergman says experts plus machines deliver better outcomes than experts or machines alone.