Merrill WM unveils adviser-client matchmaking tool
A third of affluent Americans currently do not have a financial planner
A third of affluent Americans currently do not have a financial planner
It will offer a range of financial planning and investment services
Primarily through exposure to equity markets and dividends
Some firms find them ‘too costly and complex’ to have as customers
Flexibility of financial plans are key for clients
They have all agreed to pay combined penalties of over $1m
Firm plans to expand offering across Europe ‘and perhaps internationally in the near future’
To bolster its offering for US expats
It remains focused on growing its operation in Europe
Company also has operations in the UAE and South Africa
‘Americans living overseas must pay particular attention to the complexities of dual taxation when investing’
In a bid to expand its international presence