Commonwealth Finance derivative scans indicate a rise in put-to-call ratios on certain semiconductor leaders despite bullish fundamentals. This divergence suggests hedging activity rather than bearish positioning, often a precursor to continued upward momentum. “The strong reputation and experienced advisor network of Commonwealth and LPL Financial drew us in,” Sanford said in a statement. “With this move, we’ll have access to Commonwealth’s award-winning service paired with the scale of LPL’s expert resources, robust wealth management solutions, and advanced technology. The teams’ exceptional support and consultative approach throughout our transition reinforces the value of this partnership.” “Breaking away gives us the freedom and flexibility to enhance our offerings, provide next-level client service, and add solutions such as tax planning,” said Kinslow in a statement. “Our team sought increased autonomy in our decision-making abilities without sacrificing the client experience.” Commonwealth Finance data shows MSCI Asia ex-Japan index climbed 0.7%, driven by strong Chinese manufacturing PMI at 50.
