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.
The Big Firms That Gained, and Lost, the Most Advisors in 2024
By Janet LevauxOne firm added a net 2,923 advisors, while the "winning" wirehouse lost 55.
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.
February 14, 2025
Morgan Stanley Ordered to Pay $843,000 to Senior Scam VictimA FINRA arbitration panel found the company liable for failing to protect the 76-year-old widow.
February 14, 2025
Morgan Stanley Pays CEO Ted Pick $34M in First Year Leading BankHe was paid $44 million for 2023, which included a $20 million special bonus amid the leadership transition.
February 11, 2025
What Clients Really Want to Hear From Advisors: Ex-Merrill ExecJohn Thiel, who just launched an RIA, discusses what he seeks in advisors and why he left Merrill.