Mergers and Acquisitions
Learn the latest on dealmaking in wealth management and financial services, including the latest mergers and acquisitions (or M&A) news.
March 01, 2023
Does BlackRock's Sale of FutureAdvisor to Ritholtz Deal Death Blow to Robos?The deal signals "big asset managers' digital efforts are over," says Tim Welsh of Nexus Strategy. Others disagree.
February 28, 2023
Integrated Partners Buys $2B RIA Near San DiegoThe acquisition of Laurel Wealth Advisors is Integrated's first.
February 27, 2023
PE Firm to Buy Focus Financial at $7B ValuationThe firm's board has approved Clayton Dubilier & Rice's offer of $53 a share.
February 23, 2023
How Janus Henderson's New Boss Plans to Stem OutflowsJanus CEO Ali Dibadj seeks a turnaround after clients pulled about $130 billion since 2017.
February 23, 2023
Orion Launches Advisor Academy: Tech RoundupAlso, Dynasty Financial Partners selected BridgeFT's WealthTech API to power its integrated wealth technology,
February 16, 2023
Sequoia Financial to Buy $5B Multi-Office FirmThe acquisition of Zeke Capital Advisors will make Sequoia a wealth manager with $15 billion in client assets.
February 16, 2023
Dynasty Financial Partners to Buy Breakaway Consultant TruClarityPamela Stross, TruClarity CEO and president, plans to join Dynasty as a consultant after the transaction is completed.
February 15, 2023
Mariner Wealth Adds Arizona Tax PracticeThe acquisition of Hopkins Tameron Hostal enhances Mariner's "mission of providing clients with 360° wealth advice," it says.
February 09, 2023
Build, Buy or Partner: What's the Best Way for Advisors to Scale?DeVoe & Co.'s Doug Johnson and Alera Group's Tina Hohman discuss how to provide the services clients demand.
February 09, 2023
Cetera Takes Minority Stake in $1.7B FirmThe BD/RIA has made a strategic investment in Overland Park, Kansas-based Prosperity Advisors.