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LPL Is Buying Commonwealth for $2.7B. What Happens Next?
By Janet LevauxThe integration of the two firms' cultures and technology "presents significant hurdles," tech consultant Craig Iskowitz says.
March 24, 2025
Raymond James Hires COO for Independent ChannelRonice Barlow, formerly of Franklin Templeton, steps into a newly created role in the Independent Contractor Division.
March 20, 2025
The Big Firms That Gained, and Lost, the Most Advisors in 2024One firm added a net 2,923 advisors, while the "winning" wirehouse lost 55.
March 18, 2025
Ameriprise Says LPL, Advisor Defied Restraining OrderDouglas Kenoyer didn't return or destroy confidential client information as required, the firm says in a court filing.
March 14, 2025
Edward Jones Seeks to Shed ‘Cookie Cutter’ ImageNew comprehensive offerings are luring more experienced advisors, Managing Partner Penney Pennington tells ThinkAdvisor.
March 13, 2025
Why Edward Jones Is Shrinking Its Home OfficeWhile there's no headcount reduction target, reduced “overlap and bureaucracy” is expected, Managing Partner Penny Pennington tells ThinkAdvisor.
March 07, 2025
Goldman Gives Managers a Choice: Dallas, Salt Lake City or LeaveThe push aims to drive down costs and tap a pipeline of talent emerging in these regions.
March 05, 2025
Why Does LPL Want $4 Billion?There are three likely possibilities, says Tiburon Strategic Advisors' Chip Roame.