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AwardJul 9, 2026, 12:27 PM

Stifel Ranks No. 1 in JD Power Advisor Satisfaction for 4th Year

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Stifel Financial Corp. announced that its broker-dealer subsidiary, Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, ranked No. 1 in employee advisor satisfaction in the JD Power 2026 U.S. Financial Advisor Satisfaction Study. This is the fourth consecutive year Stifel has achieved this top ranking, scoring 812 out of 1,000, which is 180 points above the employee segment average. The firm also led in three individual categories: leadership and culture, operational support, and products and marketing, reinforcing its commitment to supporting its advisors.

Key Highlights

  • Stifel ranked No. 1 in employee advisor satisfaction in the JD Power 2026 U.S. Financial Advisor Satisfaction Study.
  • This marks Stifel's fourth consecutive year earning the top ranking.
  • The firm achieved an overall score of 812 out of 1,000, 180 points higher than the segment average.
  • Stifel ranked first in leadership and culture, operational support, and products and marketing categories.
  • The company manages approximately $580 billion in client assets as of May 31, 2026.