
Consolidators, New Entrants Re-Shape RIA Landscape
August 8, 2025
Understand the changes ahead for the RIA industry as acquisition activity accelerates.
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RIA Consolidator Deal Sourcing
Understand the evolution of deal sourcing as an increasing number of consultants, investment banks, and private equity firms seek to transact in this market and the increased need for consolidators to have a well-developed value proposition.
Types of Transactions
Acquirers are aligning themselves with market segments based on multiple factors beyond just AUM. Underlying service models, client types, and geography are key considerations.

Growing Centralization
Piecing many disconnected firms together has highlighted the need to standardize certain aspects of client relationships. One of the most centralized services from an RIA acquirer is investment management.
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