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LPL Financial Welcomes Zarra Wealth Management
GlobeNewswire News Room· 2025-08-19 12:55
Core Insights - LPL Financial has welcomed Zarra Wealth Management, which manages approximately $270 million in advisory, brokerage, and retirement plan assets, to its platform from Ameriprise [1][2]. Company Overview - LPL Financial Holdings Inc. is one of the fastest-growing wealth management firms in the U.S., supporting over 29,000 financial advisors and approximately 1,100 financial institutions, with around $1.9 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets [6]. Team Background - The Zarra Wealth Management team, based in Westbury, NY, consists of Christopher Zarra, James Kelly, and Michele Welch, who collectively have 48 years of experience in the financial industry, focusing on families and retirees [2]. Client Service Philosophy - The team emphasizes high-touch, personalized service, treating clients like family and prioritizing their best interests [3][4]. Reasons for Transition - Zarra Wealth Management sought greater autonomy and independence from the franchise model, choosing LPL for its lack of proprietary investment products and the flexibility to customize client strategies [4][3]. Support and Resources - LPL Financial provides a broad range of products, tools, technology, and support to help advisors elevate their practices and better serve their clients [4].
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Bloomberg· 2025-08-19 09:38
Digital wealth management platform Endowus is partnering with Macquarie to introduce private infrastructure investments to eligible investors in Singapore and Hong Kong https://t.co/fEw61YchqU ...
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Bloomberg· 2025-08-18 20:10
Goldman plans to expand its private wealth management team in Australia to capture a boom in self-made multimillionaires and family wealth looking for global investments https://t.co/uqFkDOCZYr ...
B Riley Financial (RILY) Update / Briefing Transcript
2025-08-13 21:30
Summary of B. Riley Financial Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: B. Riley Financial - **Industry**: Financial Services and Capital Markets Key Points and Arguments 1. **Strategic Progress**: B. Riley has made significant strides in realigning its operating businesses towards financial services and capital markets, improving capital structure, and reducing debt [3][5][10] 2. **Audit Status**: The company is in the late stages of documenting the 2024 annual audit and expects to file the 10-Ks shortly, with 10-Qs ready for auditor review thereafter [4][18] 3. **Debt Reduction**: The company has achieved a debt reduction of approximately $600 million since September 2024 through investments and asset sales, with net debt estimated between $800 million to $839 million as of June 30, 2025 [10][11][23] 4. **Carve-Out Success**: The carve-out of B. Riley Securities has exceeded expectations, with the management team demonstrating operational autonomy and sufficient capital for growth [5][6] 5. **Investment Highlights**: B. Riley acted as lead book runner for significant IPOs and capital raises, including a $159 million IPO for an AI infrastructure company and a $384 million capital raise for a fabless semiconductor [7] 6. **Wealth Management Strategy**: B. Riley Wealth aims to enhance its wealth platform and increase efficiencies, supported by the sale of GA Group to Oaktree funds, which also generated cash for debt reduction [8][9] 7. **Liquidation Gains**: The company earned a realized investment gain of approximately $29 million from the Jo Ann liquidation, with expectations of an additional $4 million in profit [9] 8. **Operational Adjustments**: The company is consolidating clearing arrangements and implementing a new commission system to streamline operations and reduce costs [14] 9. **AI Utilization**: B. Riley is actively identifying and deploying AI tools to enhance productivity and capabilities across the organization [16] 10. **Investment Portfolio**: The investment portfolio is estimated to be between $320 million to $355 million as of June 30, 2025, reflecting a decline due to debt paydowns and investment sales [20][21] Additional Important Information 1. **Financial Performance**: Estimated net income for the first half of 2025 is projected to be between $125 million to $145 million, driven by gains on sales and bond retirements [21][22] 2. **Future Financial Filings**: The company plans to file the third quarter financials on a normal schedule, aiming to resolve delays in the 10-K filings [20][30] 3. **Bond Exchange Program**: The bond exchange program has been crucial in reducing debt, with the company remaining active in exploring further exchanges [23][24] 4. **Regulatory Challenges**: The complexity of the operating environment and regulatory hurdles have contributed to delays in financial filings [18][28] This summary encapsulates the key insights and developments discussed during the conference call, highlighting B. Riley Financial's strategic initiatives, financial performance, and operational adjustments within the financial services industry.
LPL Financial Showcases Innovation, Investment and Inspiration at Focus 2025 Finale
Globenewswire· 2025-08-13 13:00
A surprise guest challenges the world's largest gathering of financial advisors to ask, "What if you could?" "We're running right toward your biggest problems — and finding solutions," said Audette. Noting that the company is investing in its brand to be an asset for all advisors, Carone shared how LPL is helping advisors expand their marketing initiatives, including through co-branding opportunities and additional social media tools, including compliance-approved Instagram. "From the biggest transformation ...
LPL Financial CEO Rich Steinmeier Addresses Over 6,000 Financial Advisors at Focus 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-08-12 13:00
LPL outlines its roadmap for transforming the wealth management industry and delivering long-term value to financial advisors and the clients they serve SAN DIEGO, Aug. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC, a leading wealth management firm, convened more than 10,000 attendees, including 6,000 financial advisors from across the country, for its flagship annual conference Focus 2025 at the San Diego Convention Center. Monday's event began with a keynote address from LPL Financial CEO Rich Steinmeier ...
2024年香港私人银行及私人财富管理业务管理资产资金净流入达3840亿港元
智通财经网· 2025-08-12 06:36
卢彩云表示,香港整个财富管理及资产管理行业生态呈稳步成熟趋势,机构投资者对香港市场的兴趣日 增,这点可从资金流入量大增及注册开放式基金公司数量(增长93%)反映出来,今年初至今,公会副会 员数量增54%,部分原因是更多资产管理公司在港设立业务,带来专业知识和全新视角,相信有助香港 构建一个更强大的财富管理中心。 智通财经APP获悉,香港私人财富管理公会(PWMA)行政委员会主席卢彩云接受专访时称,过去数年来 自非内地及香港的投资者稳占香港管理资产总值的54%以上,展现香港作为国际金融中心的地位。香港 去年私人银行及私人财富管理业务的管理资产录得3840亿港元资金净流入,同期来自亚太其他地区、北 美及欧洲三大市场的资金呈稳定增长态势,目前各区域投资占比均已突破双位数。香港私人财富管理的 核心优势包括得天独厚的地理位置,是通往不同亚洲国家和中国内地的桥梁,而香港独特的地理位置造 就其"双向枢纽"的优势,为投资者提供了丰富的国内外投资选项。 ...
《泓湖财富观》第二期丨连平:财富管理机构要不断锤炼“内功”
Xin Hua Wang· 2025-08-12 06:15
对于普通投资者而言,将财富托管给什么样的机构比较安心?选择机构时应遵循什么原则?具备哪 些能力和特质的机构才有可能成为财富管理行业的标杆?中国财富管理市场发展呈现出哪些新特点?中 国财富管理行业发展未来有哪些新机遇?这些都是国内投资者普遍关心的重要话题。 日前,植信投资首席经济学家兼研究院院长连平出席由泓湖百世联合新华网共同打造的,业内权威 的投资者教育系列视频访谈节目《泓湖财富观》,为广大投资者就以上问题作了详细解答。 "擦亮眼睛"选择可靠的财富管理机构 三是人民币国际地位提升有利于将外资机构"领进来",也有利于将国内投资者"引出去",将吸引外 资机构增加人民币储备,布局人民币资产。同时人民币地位提升也会提高投资者布局海外的热情,增加 全球配置。 近年来,我国财富管理市场长期发展的势头向好,受到市场和监管的广泛关注。连平表示,我国财 富管理行业发展正呈现出八大亮点:一是加大力度支持重点产业发展;二是深化改革建设多元化金融业 态;三是基金业发展加快财富管理普惠化;四是长久期产品投资越来越被更多投资者所接受;五是服务 个性化程度在创新中提升;六是品牌营销创新推动财富管理规模持续增长;七是投资者教育推动风险偏 好 ...
AlTi (ALTI) - 2025 Q2 - Earnings Call Presentation
2025-08-11 21:00
Company Overview - AlTi Global manages or advises on approximately $97 billion in combined assets[4] - The company boasts a client retention rate of 96% since 2021[11] - Approximately 59% of Wealth Management AUM/AUA is from the U S, while 41% is from non-U S sources[11] Financial Performance (Q2 2025) - Total revenue reached $53 million, a 7% increase compared to Q2 2024's $49 5 million[71] - Wealth Management and Capital Solutions (WM & CS) revenue was $52 million, with management fees at $49 million, up 8% and 6% year-over-year, respectively[70] - AUM/AUA increased by 35% year-over-year to $97 2 billion[71] Strategic Initiatives - AlTi Global finalized an expense optimization plan using Zero-Based-Budgeting (ZBB), expecting $20 million in annual gross savings over the next two years[70] - The company completed the acquisition of Kontora, a Hamburg-based MFO with $16 billion in AUA/AUM, on April 30, 2025[70] - Strategic investments from Allianz X and CWC provide up to $450 million to fuel AlTi's M&A pipeline and accelerate international expansion[15]
LPL Financial Kicks Off Focus 2025, Largest Gathering of Financial Advisors in Firm History
Globenewswire· 2025-08-11 13:00
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 11, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LPL Financial LLC, a leading wealth management firm, last night opened its annual flagship conference, Focus 2025, welcoming more than 10,000 financial professionals and industry leaders to the San Diego Convention Center. The three-day event marks the largest in-person gathering in LPL history, offering curated content, strategic insights and immersive experiences designed to elevate financial advisor success. Addressing the audience of advisors this morning, LP ...