The markets tend not to overreact to most turbulent political and social environments, said Michael Townsend, Schwab’s head of legislative and regulatory affairs.

Firms may be cognizant that the wealth gap is an issue, but may feel they don't have the tools or language to respond, said Chloe McKenzie, CEO of On a Wealth Kick, speaking at Schwab IMPACT.

What a business is worth to the owner is often very different from what it’s worth to a potential buyer.

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority ordered the brokerages to pay restitution to clients allegedly sold more expensive share classes in 529 college savings plans.

Beyond just managing assets, Schwab wants to make it easier for advisors to get in on advising about liabilities and making loans among other bank-like offerings