Mergers & Acquisitions - Retiring

The trend so far has not been one of mass exodus, according to figures available. IFAonline's own surveys indicate that many are thinking about how to exit the industry in light of new regulatory pressures, but so far this has not translated into mass action. More IFAs who are retiring are deciding to do so a little earlier than previously, according to some involved in M&A activities, but most still seem loath to cut ties completely all at once. In fact, this may be the most efficient way to leave in terms of the price that a buyer may be willing to pay. At the ...