Barron’s has recognized 341 advisors from Merrill Wealth Management and Merrill Private Wealth on its annual Top 1,500 Financial Advisors List, published March 20, 2026. Nine Merrill advisors achieved the top ranking in their respective states, spanning Connecticut, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and South Carolina.
Kenneth Correa, Head of Business and Client Development at Merrill, said the recognition “underscores the depth and strength of our advisor community.” The rankings, based on data as of September 30, 2025, evaluated advisors with a minimum of seven years’ experience on criteria including assets under management, revenue generated, regulatory records, practice quality, and philanthropic contributions.