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The lead

FPA and Allianz: 74% of surveyed planners will spend more time per client relationship

The June survey of 387 planners also found 67% expect to evolve their business model; those with under five years of experience were more likely than veterans to say so.

Tax & estate planning

IRS Notice 2026-62 treats one 351 ETF conversion sequence as taxable

The guidance expresses no view on funds that keep assets matching their strategy, and Baird's Steffen says sound conversions remain viable.

Products & portfolios

All Magnificent Seven companies fall short of a 1.5°C climate pathway, Morningstar says

Alphabet, Amazon, Meta and Microsoft face heightened climate transition risk as operators of hyperscale data centers, Morningstar says

Recruiting & transitions

Schwab Advisor Services net new assets rise 47% in Q3

CEO Rick Wurster drew a contrast with Fidelity after Fidelity told sub-$100 million custody clients to move by June 2027.

Succession & selling a firm

Mercer Advisors refinances $1.9 billion in first broadly syndicated loan

The seven-year term loan and $340 million revolver, led by Goldman Sachs, cut the rate by 1.75 points; Mercer says savings will fund acquisitions.

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