Linda Friedman, who has made a career with Wall Street discrimination and harassment cases, is representing an ex-Citi executive in a bombshell lawsuit this week. Things didn't have to take this turn, she contends.
Read MoreCEO Rich Steinmeier looks past advisors defections to tout progress toward its goal of retaining 90% of the assets Commonwealth Financial Network had at its purchase last year.
Read MoreIn the coming weeks, the CFP Board will launch a working group to reconsider whether a bachelor's degree should remain a requirement for CFP certification.
Read MoreAhead of the expected closing of Fifth Third Bank's deal to acquire Comerica Bank, Ameriprise CEO Jim Cracchiolo provided few new details.
Read MoreCEO Paul Shoukry took a swipe at big private equity-backed acquirers, saying in an earnings call that most advisors want to be at firms "where they're not going to have to have another disruption in three to five years."
Read MoreRed flags may abound, but so do arguments for an extended equities streak. Keeping clients on an even keel is crucial.
Read MoreThe accounts give wealthy investors more opportunities to place alternative vehicles in a tax-advantaged retirement nest egg. But mistakes can be costly.
Read MoreSocial media platforms can change quickly (case in point: X). In response, advisors who may instead choose to rely on their own communication channels.
Read MoreStifel CEO Ron Kruszewski said a surge in advisor recruiting and record wealth management results could lead the firm to invest even more in hiring in 2026.
Read MoreIn a court petition, Citi cites numerous messages showing former global head of platform and experiences Julia Carreon allegedly praising Sieg for his work overhauling the firm's wealth management division.
Read MoreTwo teams and one advisor managing a combined $1.3 billion choose to set up shop at Wells Fargo's channel for independent advisors.
Read MoreThe new business intelligence service uses several key performance indicators to help advisors decide how to best manage their talent and resources.
Read MoreAn wealth management duo from Ohio chooses LPL's unit for direct employee advisors to found Moto Wealth Partners.
Read MoreAs valuations continue to rise across the industry, more firms are using compensation to invest in their top talent and future growth, Succession Resource Group says.
Read MoreMissed IRA RMDs can cost clients thousands, Vanguard research shows. But financial advisors can help erase tax penalties and avoid future ones with a few key strategies.
Read MoreRather than investigate her claims against the head of the firm's wealth unit, the accuser claims that Citi's human resources turned its spotlight on her. Citi denies the claims.
Read MoreAgentic AI will continue to automate financial planner workflows — and that's a good thing.
Read MoreThe Wall Street giant still is often associated with deposits, lending and checking and savings accounts. But it's among the throng of firms seeking to give clients easy access to both banking and investing services online.
Read MoreMany advisors haven't yet begun putting together an exit plan. Experts say there are common features and defined timelines that can help make it work.
Read MoreMoney News Network CEO Nicole Lapin and her RIA collaborators are building direct services through her growing base of readers, viewers and listeners.
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