This document summarizes investment solutions provided by Raymond James (USA) Ltd. for Americans living in Canada and Canadians living in the U.S. Specifically:
- Raymond James has created Raymond James (USA) Ltd. to provide specialized cross-border financial advice and services for Americans in Canada regarding their investment needs.
- Services include customized investment portfolios, asset allocation, risk management, access to research teams in both countries, and assistance dealing with cross-border tax and legal issues.
- Clients have the ability to hold both Canadian and U.S. investments in either U.S. or Canadian dollars to avoid currency conversion costs through their accounts at Raymond James (USA) Ltd.
2. WHY RAYMOND JAMES (USA) LTD?
Due to increasing demand for cross-border financial services,
Raymond James has created Raymond James (USA) Ltd. – a
Canadian based U.S. registered investment firm set up to provide
specialized advice to Americans living in Canada regarding their
cross border investment needs.
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3. THE RAYMOND JAMES ADVANTAGE
• More than 10,000 associates worldwide
• Approximately 6,300 financial advisors
• Over 2,600 locations (United States,
Canada and abroad)
• More than 2.6 million client accounts
• Approximately $600 billion in total client
assets
BY THE NUMBERS
HONORS AND ACCOLADES
• In August 2014, Raymond James
analysts received a total of 13 awards in
the 2014 StarMine “Analyst Awards for
Excellence.” This ranked the firm
second (tie) among all brokers for the
second consecutive year.
• In February 2014, Fortune magazine
once again ranked Raymond James
Financial among the most admired
securities companies in the world. The
survey involved 698 companies from 32
countries. Judging was based on
attributes such as quality of
management, products, services and
social responsibility.
As of 3/31/2015. Investing involves risk, and investors may incur a profit or a loss. Past performance is not an indication of future results. The information provided is for informational purposes only and is not a solicitation to buy or sell Raymond
James Financial stock. Fortune ranking is based on an average score of nine key attributes of reputation: people management, use of corporate assets, social responsibility, quality of management, financial soundness, long-term investment,
quality of products/services, global competitiveness, and innovation. The Financial Times/StarMine Analyst awards are based on calendar-year performance of recommendations and estimates on companies that are based in the U.S., Europe
and Asia. StarMine, a Thomson Reuters company, objectively measures the performance of analysts based on the returns of their buy/sell recommendations and the accuracy of their earnings estimates.
Despite the financial turmoil of the past few years, Raymond James has delivered 109 consecutive quarters of profitability. We credit much of
this performance to the firm’s client-first perspective and adherence to its founding core values of professional integrity, advisor independence,
and a conservative, long-term approach to investing.
4. • Based on our clients’ goals, objectives and risk tolerance, we develop customized
investment portfolios designed to fulfill their financial vision.
• Optimize the asset allocation to balance risk and return while providing growth
and income.
• Our focus is on risk management and capital preservation.
INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT PROCESS
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5. WHAT WE DO
We offer the following:
Raymond James maintains research teams in Toronto, Calgary, Vancouver, and
throughout the US.
Through Raymond James (USA) Ltd., clients have the ability to hold both
Canadian and US investments in either Canadian dollars or US dollars, thus
avoiding the need to convert currencies.
Advice on both Canadian and US securities. We are properly licensed and
regulated in both countries.
We also maintain professional networks to assist with taxation and legal
questions.
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6. WHAT WE DO
We offer the following:
• Assistance in dealing with cross-border issues, such as PFIC rules, Retirement
account rollovers, Restricted Stock sales and Employee Stock Option plans.
• A single point of contact for a holistic view of cross border accounts.
• Full access to a multi-currency platform and access to 65 different stock
exchanges giving you access to solutions such as Canadian denominated
bonds or Canadian guided model portfolios.
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7. Raymond James (USA) Ltd. (RJLU) prepared this presentation. Information is from sources believed to
be reliable but accuracy cannot be guaranteed. It is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to
provide legal or tax advice; as each situation is different, individuals should seek advice based on their
circumstances. Nor is it an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of securities. It is intended for
distribution only in those jurisdictions where RJLU is registered. RJLU, its officers, directors,
employees and families may from time to time invest in the securities in this presentation. Securities
offered through Raymond James (USA) Ltd., Member-FINRA/SIPC
DISCLAIMER
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