Schwab IMPACT

Did custodians really factor in how the change would affect advisors?

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.

Far more than half are concerned about a recession, yet almost all say they intend to grow next year 20% on average and do so via new money, not through mergers or acquisitions.

Charles Schwab, Walt Bettinger and Bernie Clark all took part in the presentation, held at the start of the first full day of the annual conference in San Diego.

MarketPlace will provide advisors with links to approved products and services, such as Goldman’s robo, as Goldman Sachs Asset Management’s Rachel Schnoll takes over leadership of the FinLife CX platform.

Schwab strategists outlined their views on the economy—and the firm's thinking on advisors' needs.