Steward Partners Jumps Four Spots in Financial Advisor's 2026 RIA Ranking — Steward Partners Global Advisory, LLC

Event summary

Steward Partners climbed to No. 24 in Financial Advisor's 2026 RIA Ranking, up from No. 28 in 2025.
The firm now manages over $53 billion in client assets as of June 2026.
Steward Partners also ranked No. 9 on Barron's Top 100 RIAs for 2025, up from No. 18 in 2024.

The big picture

Steward Partners' rise in the RIA rankings reflects a broader trend of consolidation and scaling among independent advisory firms. The firm's growth is driven by its ability to attract top advisors and expand its service offerings, positioning it as a key player in an increasingly competitive wealth management landscape.

What we're watching

Growth Trajectory: Whether Steward Partners can sustain its rapid AUM growth amid increasing competition in the RIA space.
Advisor Retention: How the firm's employee-owned model will impact advisor recruitment and retention as it scales.
Service Expansion: The pace at which Steward Partners integrates new custodial relationships and service offerings to differentiate itself.