Advisors’ Report Card 2023 main chart
How advisors across the financial industry rated their channels, based on average firm results
How advisors across the financial industry rated their channels, based on average firm results
Methodology for the 2023 Report Card series research
Just as older clients' needs vary, so too do advisors' techniques and priorities across each industry channel
Firms in the brokerage channel were rated highest in most Report Card categories, but advisors still cited ways to improve
Increases in AUM and client rosters were uneven across the brokerage, dealer and retail bank channels
Client mix and advisor tenure affect the difficulty of advising in a tough economy
While brokerage firms’ digital tools and flexibility earned praise, technology generally garnered mixed reviews
Advisors becoming more dependent on support from compliance professionals
With the vast majority of advisors focused on planning, firms must continue investing in that area
A passion for sports helped kick-start Ayana Forward’s business career. Today, she runs an independent fee-only practice
Profit Survey: High rates may cut into profits in future quarters
Stakeholders worry the money could be turned into a slush fund
CIRO consultation shows support for exam-based model
Handwritten notes are deemed a valid codicil
Fed’s proposed new rules will be more restrictive
Editorial: The CSA has yet to deliver on its promised proposal to give OBSI binding authority
Fund managers add duration as rate-hiking cycle nears end
Two portfolio managers discuss how they'd invest now
