Julius Buchanan, Editor in Chief, Wealth Solutions Report posted his commentary on the deals and recruiting in the wealth industry on Wealth Solutions Report as part of its Deals & Recruiting Roundup.
This week continued the brisk January pace of movements and deals. DeVoe’s 4Q 2025 M&A report confirmed industry expectations that 2025 was the strongest year on record for RIA M&A transactions. For now, there are multiple significant tailwinds as we enter 2026. However, an oddity that could portend a weakness arose as less new buyers entered the market. We should watch this closely as the year’s deals begin to unfold to examine its drivers and consequences.
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