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Why investment banking deals should be part of your firm's tool kit
OPINION JUL 19, 2023
Why investment banking deals should be part of your firm's tool kit

Having a capital markets division in-house gives financial advisors the opportunity to access high-quality transactions for their clients.

Understanding WhatsApp supervision
OPINION JUL 19, 2023
Understanding WhatsApp supervision

What financial services firms need to know about the risks of scraping software versus the benefits of an API-based integration.

Goldman profit hit by real estate markdowns, dealmaking slump
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 19, 2023
Goldman profit hit by real estate markdowns, dealmaking slump

The firm's earnings fell 58% during the second quarter, while its return on equity slid to 4% — the worst among top US banks. 

Schwab Charitable donors give record amount despite rocky market
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 19, 2023
Schwab Charitable donors give record amount despite rocky market

Its donors surpassed 1 million individual grants to charities for the first time in the organization’s history, Schwab said.

Capturing more wallet share with cash
OPINION JUL 19, 2023
Capturing more wallet share with cash

Yields on cash offerings are higher in current market conditions, a trend that has attracted investors' attention.

LPL furthers commitment to more inclusive financial services industry
BROKER DEALERS JUL 19, 2023
LPL furthers commitment to more inclusive financial services industry

The firm has given its support to the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce and the LGBTQ+ advisor business community.

SageView Advisory acquires $5B Retirement Benefits Group
RIAS JUL 19, 2023
SageView Advisory acquires $5B Retirement Benefits Group

The San Diego institutional retirement plan consulting group RBG also has a growing wealth management business.

Capital Group expands financial wellness coaching program
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 19, 2023
Capital Group expands financial wellness coaching program

The investment manager is extending its partnership with Financial Finesse to support advisors and plan sponsors in helping participants achieve financial security.

Wall Street earnings, AI stocks push S&P 500 higher
EQUITIES JUL 19, 2023
Wall Street earnings, AI stocks push S&P 500 higher

But markets are still uncertain about Fed’s moves, with data inconclusive.

Hundreds invested $63M in real estate deals, but where's the cash?
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 19, 2023
Hundreds invested $63M in real estate deals, but where's the cash?

Crowdfunded investments in Atlanta and Miami real estate have allegedly disappeared with the property firm filing for bankruptcy.

Financial planning for a Hollywood strike
RETIREMENT PLANNING JUL 18, 2023
Financial planning for a Hollywood strike

Clients affected by the writers' and actors' strikes have different needs but could be out of work for some time.

FPA rolls out welcome mat for alternative investments
RIAS JUL 18, 2023
FPA rolls out welcome mat for alternative investments

A partnership with the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst Association will help FPA members educate themselves and their clients about alternatives.

Despite revenue dip, Merrill Lynch growth contributes to strong quarter for BofA
WIREHOUSES JUL 18, 2023
Despite revenue dip, Merrill Lynch growth contributes to strong quarter for BofA

Merrill Lynch client balances grow 8.4% year-over-year to surpass $3 trillion in the second quarter.

Nominations open for InvestmentNews Women to Watch awards
WOMEN ADVISOR COMMUNITY JUL 18, 2023
Nominations open for InvestmentNews Women to Watch awards

Come together with your peers to celebrate the women making a difference in our industry.

Earnings wrap: BoA earnings exceed expectations
WIREHOUSES JUL 18, 2023
Earnings wrap: BoA earnings exceed expectations

The wealth management division's a ray of light for Morgan Stanley.

Morgan Stanley reports $78M in severance to axed wealth management employees
PRACTICE MANAGEMENT JUL 18, 2023
Morgan Stanley reports $78M in severance to axed wealth management employees

It's not clear what type of employees were laid off, but one industry executive says big firms are rethinking the hiring of administrative assistants.

Charles Schwab results are in — and they're down
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 18, 2023
Charles Schwab results are in — and they're down

'Significant near-term headwinds' hit the giant financial company in the bottom line.

LPL Financial welcomes $235 million advisor Laura Evans from Edward Jones
BROKER DEALERS JUL 18, 2023
LPL Financial welcomes $235 million advisor Laura Evans from Edward Jones

Georgia-based Laura Evans marks the move with the launch of a new independent financial practice.

Bond rally continues as traders eye end of rate hikes
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 18, 2023
Bond rally continues as traders eye end of rate hikes

Global traders are anticipating an end to interest rate rises by the Fed and European central banks as inflation eases.

Investors tell BofA poll that soft landing is expected
INDUSTRY NEWS JUL 18, 2023
Investors tell BofA poll that soft landing is expected

The Wall St. firm's latest global survey also reveals that being long big tech is the most overcrowded trade.