Lpl Financial Stock Price, News & Analysis

LPL Financial (NASDAQ: LPLA) announced that financial advisor Darrell Todd has joined its platform, bringing approximately $110 million in assets under management. Todd, with over 30 years of experience, previously founded Southlake Financial Services and chose LPL for its efficient operations and strong custodial services. Joining him is Kinsey Chadick, a registered sales assistant. The partnership aims to enhance client services and capitalize on LPL's extensive research capabilities. LPL Financial continues to attract quality advisors, bolstering its position in the retail investment advisory market.

LPL Financial Holdings reported strong fourth quarter 2020 results with net income of $112 million ($1.38 per share), though slightly down from $127 million in the same period last year. Total advisory and brokerage assets rose 18% year-over-year to $903 billion, with organic net new assets inflow of $17.8 billion, equivalent to 8.8% annualized growth. The company declared a $0.25 per share dividend and announced plans to acquire Waddell & Reed’s wealth management business for $300 million. Core G&A remains within outlook at $925 million.

LPL Financial has welcomed financial advisor Tiger Blackwell to its new independent employee advisor model. Blackwell, with approximately $100 million in client assets, joined from Stifel, Nicolaus & Company. This model allows advisors to maintain ownership of their client relationships while receiving full operational support from LPL. Blackwell aims to focus entirely on client service and financial planning without the burdens of overhead management. LPL’s employee advisors benefit from a competitive payout structure and various resources to enhance their practice.

LPL Financial (LPLA) welcomes Brendan Biruk and Dan Rattigan, both CFPs, who have launched Washington Crossing Financial Group, an independent practice. The advisors bring approximately $245 million in assets as they transition from UBS Financial. This move aims to provide tailored financial planning and retirement solutions, with a focus on client interests. LPL's platform allows them greater freedom in operations and access to diverse investment tools. Rich Steinmeier of LPL emphasizes the importance of advisor autonomy in serving client needs.

LPL Financial (LPLA) has appointed Ed Fandrey as managing director and divisional president for Advisor Solutions. In this new position, Fandrey will drive the company’s strategy to enhance engagement with financial advisors, utilizing its evolving affiliation models and tools. Previously, Fandrey led technology and sales at Microsoft for over two decades. His role is expected to strengthen LPL's mission of supporting advisors in their growth initiatives, drawing from his expertise in digital transformation in the financial services sector.

LPL Financial announced that financial advisor Gary Stiles has joined its broker-dealer and RIA platforms, bringing approximately $110 million in assets. Stiles, who previously worked with Securities America, emphasized the need for a firm that prioritizes client interests and offers long-term stability. He noted LPL's integrated platform improves operational efficiency and commended its enhanced technology, including DocuSign for document signing. Rich Steinmeier of LPL highlighted the importance of advisor experience in delivering value and expressed enthusiasm for supporting Stiles' business.

LPL Financial (LPLA) announced that West Texas WealthCare's financial advisors, Cassandra Fillingim, Elaine McNair, and Michael Gardiner, have joined its platforms, bringing $175 million in assets. The team, with over 20 years of collaboration, specializes in tax-centric financial advice for ranchers and small businesses. They aim to enhance client experiences through LPL's extensive resources and user-friendly services. LPL's managing director expressed excitement about supporting the growth of West Texas WealthCare and JFC Financial.

LPL Financial (Nasdaq: LPLA) announced the addition of financial advisors John and Evan McCoy from Integrity Financial Services to its platform. The duo brings approximately $150 million in brokerage, advisory, and retirement assets, transitioning from Securities America. With over 30 years of combined experience, their move to LPL aims to enhance service delivery and digital capabilities, facilitated by LPL's intuitive ClientWorks system. The firm expects robust support from LPL to continue serving multiple generations of clients effectively.

LPL Financial (Nasdaq:LPLA) announced the addition of FDR Financial Group, which has approximately $400 million in advisory and brokerage assets, to its broker-dealer and corporate RIA platforms. Founded in 1983, FDR specializes in financial planning for physicians and business owners. The team, now including multiple certified financial planners and a chief financial strategist, aims to deliver holistic financial services. LPL Financial's commitment to innovative technology and advisory solutions was central to FDR's decision to join, enhancing their growth and client service capabilities.