Mergers and Acquisitions
Learn the latest on dealmaking in wealth management and financial services, including the latest mergers and acquisitions (or M&A) news.
November 22, 2022
LPL Adds $4.4B Bank Program With Nearly 30 AdvisorsThe deal involves a unit of St. Louis-based Commerce Bank. Terms were not disclosed.
November 14, 2022
CI Financial to Split U.S., Canada Units as Debt Concerns RiseThe IPO of the U.S. wealth management business will happen "when the market conditions present themselves," said CEO Kurt MacAlpine.
November 04, 2022
Schwab to Start Next Phase of TD Ameritrade Conversion in JanuaryJanuary 2023 is when custodial agreements with advisors' firms will be executed, Schwab says.
November 03, 2022
Schwab's Bettinger: RIA Model Will 'Keep on Winning'RIAs are well positioned to capture assets and attract young talent, Schwab execs Walt Bettinger and Bernie Clark say.
November 03, 2022
TIAA Agrees to Sell Its BankThe bank is being sold to Reverence Capital and others, so TIAA can focus on its retirement and asset management services.
November 03, 2022
LPL to Buy a $40B Branch Office With 800 AdvisorsThe deal is structured as an equity purchase and includes $140 million to be paid at closing.
November 02, 2022
Schwab Considers Loan Options for ClientsOne goal is to prevent advisors from introducing other firms into the client relationship, the company says.
November 02, 2022
BD Deals: When Do Advisors Win, Lose?The size of the firm being sold and of the acquiring firm can make a big difference in advisor retention.
November 02, 2022
Blucora to Change Its Name, Sell TaxAct Software BusinessThe firm will rebrand itself as Avantax, a pure-play, tax-focused BD and investment advisor.
October 28, 2022
Schwab Sets Date for TD Ameritrade Platform ConversionSchwab's Tom Bradley also said most TD Ameritrade advisors will be able to keep their service team.