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Eric J Watson

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.

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About Eric J Watson

Eric J Watson is a financial advisor with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. Eric has over 20 years of experience in the financial industry and has held various roles at several firms, including Truist Investment Services, Inc., BB&T Securities, LLC, and Scott & Stringfellow, LLC. Eric is registered as a Registered Representative and Investment Advisor Representative in multiple states. Eric holds several licenses, including the Series 7, Series 24, Series 52TO, Series 53, Series 57TO, and Series 79TO. Eric specializes in portfolio management for individuals and businesses and provides a range of advisory services, including financial planning, pension consulting, and educational seminars.

Firm Information

Eric Watson is currently registered with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.. Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc., established in 1958, is a corporation headquartered in NEW YORK, NY. They offer a wide range of financial services, including portfolio management for individuals and businesses, pension consulting, and educational seminars. They are registered with the SEC and in all 50 states, with over 26,000 investment advisor representatives and registered representatives. Their services target high-net-worth individuals, corporations, pension and profit sharing plans, charitable organizations, and insurance companies. They manage assets exceeding $1 trillion, demonstrating their extensive experience in the financial industry.
Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.

ONE BRYANT PARK

NEW YORK, NY 10036

$1.27T

Assets Under Management

16,965

Total Clients

25,158

Total Financial Advisors

Services Offered

Advisors offer a broad range of advisory services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, businesses, and investment companies. These services provide professional guidance and personalized strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals.

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pension consulting services

Guidance on pension options to ensure a secure financial future.

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educational seminars & workshops

Seminars designed to boost your financial literacy and investment knowledge.

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selection of other advisors

Helps you choose top advisors aligned with your financial goals.

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portfolio management for businesses

Custom portfolio management strategies for businesses to achieve long-term growth.

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portfolio management for individuals

Personalized portfolio management to meet individual financial objectives.

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performance measurement reports, allocation modeling, ips, research reports and services, see schedule d

Performance measurement reports, allocation modeling, ips, research reports and services, see schedule d

Fee Structure

Advisors may be compensated through a variety of fee structures, offering flexibility and transparency. This allows clients to choose the arrangement that best aligns with their financial objectives.

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fixed fees

Set rates for specific services, regardless of time or assets managed.

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commissions

Earned based on transactions or products sold.

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percentage of assets

A percentage of the total value of assets under management is charged.

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Eric Watson’s Registration & Firm History

VA

07/11/2024 - Present

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. (RICHMOND VA)

VA

02/17/2021 - 12/15/2023

TRUIST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. (RICHMOND VA)

VA

02/18/2021 - 06/29/2021

BB&T SECURITIES, LLC (RICHMOND VA)

VA

01/02/2013 - 02/17/2021

BB&T SECURITIES, LLC (RICHMOND VA)

VA

06/15/2010 - 01/02/2013

SCOTT & STRINGFELLOW, LLC (RICHMOND VA)

NY

09/12/2003 - 06/07/2010

DEUTSCHE BANK SECURITIES INC. (NEW YORK NY)

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Licenses & Designations

IA

Issued 05/16/2024

Series 65 - Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination

BC

Issued 12/16/2003

Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination

BC

Issued 07/03/2019

Series 53 - Municipal Securities Principal Examination

BC

Issued 03/07/2011

Series 24 - General Securities Principal Examination

BC

Issued 01/02/2023

Series 79TO - Investment Banking Registered Representative Examination

BC

Issued 01/02/2023

Series 52TO - Municipal Securities Representative Examination

BC

Issued 01/07/2019

Series 57TO - Securities Trader Exam

BC

Issued 10/01/2018

SIE - Securities Industry Essentials Examination

BC

Issued 09/10/2003

Series 7 - General Securities Representative Examination

State Registrations

Active

Inactive

SRO Registrations

C

Cboe BYX Exchange, Inc.

C

Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc.

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Cboe Exchange, Inc.

F

FINRA

I

Investors' Exchange LLC

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Nasdaq Stock Market

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New York Stock Exchange

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