Wirehouse Firms
Learn the ins and outs of the wirehouse channel, including news, analysis and more on Bank of America-Merrill, Morgan Stanley, Wells Fargo and UBS.
Merrill Bets Big on on New 'Level Up' Training Program
By John ManganaroWith financial advice "at a premium today," Merrill seeks to double assets in five years, exec Ken Correa says.
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 19, 2025
UBS Client Says His Wife Moved In With Their Wealth Advisor. It Got MessyRichard Kallman, the heir to a family of bookdealers, is suing for $10 million in damages.
March 19, 2025
Morgan Stanley Plans About 2,000 Job CutsThe plan was set in motion before the recent market tumult, sources said.
March 17, 2025
UBS Awards CEO Ermotti $17M Amid Political ScrutinyHe is one of Europe’s best-paid bank leaders, but his full-year compensation has been cut since 2023.
March 10, 2025
Ex-Banker Accused of Killing BofA Exec Faces Added ChargesThe "special allegation" charges mean Anthony Duwayne Turner could face the death penalty if convicted.
March 06, 2025
Ex-Morgan Stanley Advisor Sentenced to 22 Months for Swindling Older ClientRonald Diaz, who pleaded guilty to wire fraud, must pay the victim's family over $867,000.
February 26, 2025
Two Former UBS Advisors Say Firm Broke Wage LawsThe ex-advisors seek a class action, alleging UBS failed to reimburse expenses and took unlawful wage deductions.