After a tumltuous couple of years, dealer firms have seen their ratings climb out of the depths. Advisors’ books of business are growing in both size and productivity.
May 26, 2011
After a tumltuous couple of years, dealer firms have seen their ratings climb out of the depths. Advisors’ books of business are growing in both size and productivity.
May 26, 2011Dissatisfaction reigned in last year’s Dealers’ Report Card, but the results for the 2011 survey reveal a sector and a financial advisory force that is regaining much lost ground (includes main chart and one other)
The latest phase of the economic recovery has been a lucrative one for Canada’s mutual fund dealers and their financial advisors. In fact, for an industry segment that some have written off as being obsolete or in decline, the fund dealer business is enjoying some lusty gains. Investment Executive‘s latest survey of fund dealers shows […]
The three firms that saw their ratings swing significantly year-over-year cite the importance of communication and visibility of their managers
Although advisors are receiving greater pay, they say non-monetary recognition is equally important in a compensation package (includes chart)
The dealer firms that provide the best ongoing training platforms, advisors say, are those that have put a significant effort into live sessions and conferences as well as webinars (includes chart)
Advisors need the comfort of knowing they can run their businesses as usual
Advertising campaigns and marketing support that cater to specific regions receive advisors’ praise
Findings from the 2023 Report Card series showed advisors are entrepreneurial but still seek business guidance and support from their firms
Branch-based advisors and planners said they appreciated certain support offered by their banks, but there's still room for improvement.
Dealer firms may be losing ground in their quest for financial advisors’ approval, according to this year's Report Card
The Report Card, which celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2023, highlights the resiliency and innovation of many of Canada’s investment advisors in the face of…