Star Tech Analyst Dan Ives Leaves Wedbush to Launch New Firm
Prolific Wall Street tech analyst Dan Ives is departing Wedbush Securities to build a new 'modern merchant bank' venture.
Dan Ives, one of Wall Street's most prominent and vocal technology analysts, is departing Wedbush Securities to launch an independent venture, according to a report from CNBC's US Top News and Analysis. The move marks a significant shake-up in the tech-analyst community, where Ives has built a wide following through aggressive bull calls on major technology stocks.
Ives described the new enterprise as a "modern merchant bank," signaling ambitions that stretch well beyond traditional equity research. The term merchant bank historically refers to firms that provide a hybrid of advisory, investment, and capital-raising services — suggesting Ives intends to leverage his brand and industry relationships into a broader financial services platform.
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The departure ends what has been a high-profile run at Wedbush, where Ives became one of the firm's most recognizable voices, frequently appearing in financial media to offer bullish outlooks on companies like Apple, Tesla, and other mega-cap technology names. His exit leaves a notable gap at Wedbush as the firm's tech coverage faces renewed scrutiny from investors and clients.
The timing of the move is notable. Technology stocks have been under significant pressure amid macroeconomic uncertainty, trade policy volatility, and shifting Federal Reserve expectations — making the launch of a new financial firm a bold, if risky, bet. Whether Ives can translate his media presence and analytical reputation into a sustainable business model for a merchant bank will be closely watched across Wall Street.
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