If advisors charge investors directly, 24% of survey respondents say they would be less likely to use an advisor
Only 7% of Canadians said they’re likely to trust a robo-advisor’s recommendations, new global HSBC study finds
The robo-advisor firm wants to ensure Canadians are dealing with well-qualified financial professionals rather than “poorly trained bank advisors”
2016 client research project aims to explore what client segment would be most affected by the potential elimination of embedded commissions
FCA publishes proposed guidance on “streamlined” advice for clients
Committee proposes restrictions on the use of advisors' titles
The majority of HNW clients believe the “core value” of advice lies in developing a personalized, goals-driven financial plan, not in investment management
Advisors need to figure out how to adapt, embrace technology and build a truly distinguishing profession that delivers a value proposition
The value advisors provide to plan members will increase as advisors continue to embrace more flexible ways of communicating their advice, new GWL report finds
Several of the big banks are leaping headlong into the new computing frontier that is artificial intelligence, looking for customer preferences, streamlined operations and lower cost. The shift should enhance, not threaten, the role of advisors