"The wealth management industry is facing a significant challenge in meeting the growing need for financial advice, while many current experienced advisors approach retirement. Being recognized as a brand that is committed to an exceptional advisor experience is now more critical than ever for success."
- Mike Foy, Managing Director and Head of Wealth Intelligence at JD Power
JD Power U.S. Financial Advisor Satisfaction Study
The JD Power U.S. Financial Advisor Satisfaction Study measures satisfaction among both employee advisors (those who are employed by an investment services firm) and independent advisors (those who are affiliated with a broker-dealer but operate independently) based on six key factors (in alphabetical order): compensation; leadership and culture; operational support; products and marketing; professional development; and technology.
The JD Power U.S. Financial Advisor Satisfaction Study measures satisfaction among both employee advisors (those who are employed by an investment services firm) and independent advisors (those who are affiliated with a broker-dealer but operate independently) based on six key factors (in alphabetical order): compensation; leadership and culture; operational support; products and marketing; professional development; and technology.
Announcing the Top-Ranking Wealth Management Firms for Financial Advisor Satisfaction
The results are in! Find out which wealth management firms rank highest and explore key insights from the JD Power 2025 U.S. Financial Advisor Satisfaction Study
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Top-ranked brands in each award-eligible study will have the opportunity to enter into a licensing agreement through the JD Power Awards Program.
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Active licensees can purchase a wide array of merchandise including trophies, lapel pins, key chains, apparel and more, to commemorate their achievement.
Active licensees can purchase a wide array of merchandise including trophies, lapel pins, key chains, apparel and more, to commemorate their achievement.
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Brands that perform above the industry average can commission JD Power Performance Reports to highlight their performance with qualified audiences.
Brands that perform above the industry average can commission JD Power Performance Reports to highlight their performance with qualified audiences.
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JD Power Awards provide the highest-performing companies within our benchmarking studies the chance to let consumers know that they put their customers first. As the trusted symbol of the Voice of the Customer, our awards help companies increase consumer consideration and ensure that the top-ranking brands stand out in the crowd.
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