The stock market has continued to surge higher in 2025 even as experts warn of increased volatility on the horizon. Though corporate earnings have remained strong, investors are nervous about lingering inflation and the economic impact of President Trump’s tariffs. It is at times like these that financial advisors are in high demand as they look to preserve clients’ assets for the long term. During market uncertainty, women are more likely to weather volatility and maintain a “conservative” investing approach, according to Fidelity’s 2024 Women & Investing Study. The ninth annual ranking of Forbes | SHOOK Top Women Wealth Advisors features just over 2,400 women with proven track records who manage cumulative assets of roughly $3.6 trillion. Forbes’ rankings were compiled by SHOOK Research, which uses quantitative data and interviews candidates nominated by their firms.
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