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
The debate about the benefits of responsible investing persists
Report Cards show financial advisors headed into the market volatility with a buffer
Despite creating additional work for advisors, the new rules aren't affecting business processes significantly
Mutual fund usage among dealer advisors remains high, but fell between 2021 and 2022