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James Walker Watson

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc.

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About James Walker Watson

James Watson is a financial advisor registered with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. in California and Texas. James has been in the financial industry for over 16 years. His experience includes time with J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, UBS Financial Services Inc., and Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. James holds Series 31, Series 7 and Series 66 licenses. James Watson offers a variety of services, including portfolio management for individuals and businesses, and educational seminars.

Firm Information

James 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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James Watson’s Registration & Firm History

CA

05/22/2023 - Present

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. (LOS ANGELES CA)

CA

12/16/2019 - 04/12/2023

J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES LLC (SHERMAN OAKS CA)

CA

04/12/2016 - 04/20/2018

UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC. (LOS ANGELES CA)

CA

10/01/2012 - 02/09/2016

J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES LLC (LOS ANGELES CA)

CA

06/12/2012 - 10/01/2012

CHASE INVESTMENT SERVICES CORP. (LOS ANGELES CA)

CA

01/03/2011 - 08/11/2011

WELLS FARGO ADVISORS, LLC (INGLEWOOD CA)

CA

04/06/2009 - 01/03/2011

WELLS FARGO INVESTMENTS, LLC (INGLEWOOD CA)

CA

09/29/2006 - 11/08/2007

BANC OF AMERICA INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. (LOS ANGELES CA)

CA

12/18/2003 - 09/05/2006

WELLS FARGO INVESTMENTS, LLC (GARDENA CA)

NY

03/06/2002 - 09/19/2002

MORGAN STANLEY DW INC. (PURCHASE NY)

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Licenses & Designations

BOTH

Issued 03/30/2002

Series 66 - Uniform Combined State Law Examination

BC

Issued 04/20/2018

SIE - Securities Industry Essentials Examination

BC

Issued 04/05/2002

Series 31 - Futures Managed Funds Examination

BC

Issued 03/05/2002

Series 7 - General Securities Representative Examination

State Registrations

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Inactive

SRO Registrations

C

Cboe BYX Exchange, Inc.

C

Cboe BZX Exchange, Inc.

C

Cboe Exchange, Inc.

F

FINRA

I

Investors' Exchange LLC

N

Nasdaq Stock Market

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New York Stock Exchange

Disclosures

There are no public disclosures for James Walker Watson.
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