Private Advisor Group Ranked No. 5 on Barron's 2026 Top 100 RIA Firms List

MORRISTOWN, N.J., Oct. 8, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Private Advisor Group, a leading financial services firm based in Morristown, NJ, has been ranked No. 5 on Barron's prestigious "2026 Top 100 RIA Firms" list. This marks the ninth consecutive year the firm has been recognized among the top 10 registered investment advisory (RIA) firms in the nation.

Founded in 1997, Private Advisor Group has grown to become one of the nation's leading financial services firms, managing over $57.7 billion in assets as of June 30, 2026. The firm's growth is attributed to a combination of organic expansion, strategic acquisitions, and continued investment in advisor support, technology, and leadership.

Frank Smith, CEO of Private Advisor Group, attributed the award to the advisor practices they serve, their dedicated team, and the community united by their mission to improve the lives of everyday investors.

The Barron's annual ranking evaluates independent advisory firms based on managed assets, growth, technology spending, succession planning, and other metrics. This year's ranking, announced on September 11, 2026, reflects data from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. Private Advisor Group's recognition is not indicative of future performance and may not reflect the experience of all clients.

In April, the firm announced its largest acquisition to date, further expanding its nationwide reach and resources. New talent was added across advisor strategy, growth, sales enablement, and finance to support this growth while maintaining a high level of service.

Private Advisor Group continues to build on nearly three decades of supporting independent financial advisors with scale, resources, and choice. The firm's commitment to delivering strategies positioned to improve financial outcomes for individual investors and to inspire growth, fiduciary adherence, succession, and a client-centric approach for independent financial advisors' practices remains unwavering.