Broker Dealers
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Cetera Grabs LPL Exec to Fill CFO Slot
By Janet LevauxJeff Buchheister comes to the IBD group just two months after former LPL President Robert Moore joined the board.
July 11, 2016
The Future of OSJs: Does Size Matter?Eric Schwartz of Cambridge and others say industry trends are pushing more advisors to join a certain size branch.
July 11, 2016
A Subtle Benefit of Being an Independent AdvisorWith no manager expecting higher production as you research stocks or bonds, you can actually pick whats best for those clients.
July 08, 2016
Legg Mason Buys Big Stake in Robo-AdvisorThe asset manager says the deal will help it boost distribution to partnering advisors coping with new DOL rules.
July 07, 2016
Waddell & Reed Adds eMoney to Advisor Tech PlatformThe broker-dealer, which has about 1,800 advisors, is building a new platform and does not plan to roll out robo-advisor services.
July 07, 2016
How OSJs Are Responding to Major Industry ChangesThere are three main OSJ business models, according to a study from AssetMark and Aite group, and one is best equipped for the future.
July 06, 2016
Buffett’s Gen Re turns to rival for broker relationshipsGen Re, the unit of Warren Buffetts Berkshire Hathaway Inc., struck a deal with a rival reinsurer recently to help revive sales.