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Focus Financial Buying $1.6B Ohio-Based RIA
By Ginger SzalaThis is the firm's fifth "partner" deal so far this year and its 15th transaction of 2020.
September 04, 2020
$1.4B Merrill Team Jumps to RBC WealthThe firm says it has recruited wirehouse and other reps with about $20 billion in assets so far this year.
September 01, 2020
Jean Hynes Named Next Wellington CEOThe head of the Vanguard Health Care Fund will continue leading the portfolio after taking the executive reins from Brendan Swords next summer.
September 01, 2020
Creative Planning Strikes Its Biggest RIA Deal EverIn its eighth acquisition of the year, the Overland Park, Kansas-based firm more than doubles its asset footprint in Atlanta.
August 26, 2020
The Broker-Dealers of 2020: The Runners UpThe leaders of six independent broker-dealers share how they've adjusted staff and advisor service during the pandemic.
August 24, 2020
Unlike Rivals, Wells Fargo Is Starting Job Cuts: ReportThe bank plans to shrink its headcount via "attrition, the elimination of open roles and job displacements," a spokesperson told Bloomberg.
August 24, 2020
Thinkorswim Complaints Continue Into Second WeekThe issue was resolved before market open on Wednesday, according to TD Ameritrade. But users on Monday reported slowness and other issues.
August 20, 2020
Fidelity Partners With Amazon on Quantum Computing: Tech RoundupAlso, AssetMark launches eService Team to help advisors.