Smith Moore & Co.

Smith, Moore & Co. is an investment adviser firm based in Clayton, Missouri, founded in 1913 and registered with the SEC since 2007. The firm offers discretionary and non-discretionary asset management services for various client types, including individuals, trusts, and businesses. Acting as a fiduciary, the firm aims to always act in the best interest of clients. The wrap fee program charges clients for investment advice and an administrative service charge separate from the wrap fee. Smith Moore uses Royal Bank of Canada Clearing & Custody as the custodian of client accounts. The firm's investment strategies include portfolio management services, financial planning, and consulting. They may propose investment portfolios consisting of various asset classes such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and ETFs. The fee for investment advice generally ranges between 0.5% and 3.0% annually. Smith Moore's financial advisors are also registered representatives of the firm, compensated through commissions or markups/markdowns on transactions. The firm's Code of Ethics ensures that personal investment transactions of employees are conducted in a manner that does not conflict with client interests. Smith Moore does not exercise discretion in client accounts without written authorization. Clients are encouraged to contact their financial advisor with any questions or concerns, and the firm conducts regular reviews of client accounts to ensure suitability. Smith Moore does not take custody of client funds or securities and has no financial condition impairing its ability to meet obligations. The firm does not receive any compensation other than what is disclosed in the brochure. For more details on the firm's financial information, clients can refer to the SEC's website.