Wealth Solutions Report - Editor in Chief's Take - May 18, 2026

INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT DEALS BLOG

May 18, 2026

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.

Firms continue to build pathways for advisors to manage succession with a middle road between selling everything and staying fully independent. Sowell is offering advisors access to capital, resources and equity. Acquisitions by Wealthspire, Merit and Steward demonstrate founders and advisory teams seeking larger platforms that can provide continuity, broader resources and a durable home for clients and staff. For many advisors, the middle road may become the right path.

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