Mergers and Acquisitions
Learn the latest on dealmaking in wealth management and financial services, including the latest mergers and acquisitions news.
BlackRock Is Out to Unite Public and Private Markets
By Silla BrushLast year, the fund giant went on the biggest deal spree in the history of “alternative” asset management.
January 31, 2025
7 Do’s and Don’ts When Changing Firms or Breaking AwayBrandy Weiberg of Wealthcare Capital has supported more than 100 advisors as they have transitioned their businesses.
January 31, 2025
RIA M&A Activity Set Record in 2024: DeVoeThe 272 announced transactions in the year, including 81 in the quarter, topped the 2022 mark.
January 29, 2025
Sequoia Buys $3.8B Carlson Capital in MinnesotaThe acquisition of Carlson Capital Management is Sequoia’s largest by number of employees and wealth advisors.
January 29, 2025
Commonwealth in Talks to Sell Minority Stake: ReportThe firm, led by Wayne Bloom, will likely attract strong private equity interest, said one industry watcher.
January 28, 2025
Corient Acquires $10B Multi-Family Office in New YorkThe move reinforces the firm's presence in one of the nation’s largest wealth management markets.
January 24, 2025
Focus Partners Wealth to Buy $4.2B RIAThe deal with Seattle-based Merriman Wealth is the business unit's ninth acquisition over the past year.
January 14, 2025
Advisor360 Acquires Generative AI Tech DeveloperThe acquisition of Boston-based Parrot AI enables advisors to record, transcribe and summarize meetings.