Stifel Financial Corp. will release its second quarter financial results before the market opens on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. The company will host a conference call to review the results at 9:30 a.m. Eastern time that same day. The call may include forward-looking statements.

Interested parties can listen to Stifel Chairman and CEO Ronald J. Kruszewski by dialing (800) 330-6710 and referencing participant ID 4490542. A live audio webcast of the call, along with a presentation highlighting the company’s results, will be available through Stifel’s website at www.stifel.com . A replay of the broadcast will be accessible approximately one hour after the call concludes.

Company Overview

Stifel Financial Corp. is a diversified financial services firm providing wealth management, commercial and investment banking, trading, and research services to individuals, institutions, and municipalities. Founded in 1890 and headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, the firm operates more than 400 offices across the United States and in major global financial centers.

Key Event Details

For further information, Joel Jeffrey, Senior Vice President of Investor Relations, can be contacted at (212) 271-3610 or via email at investorrelations@stifel.com .

Stifel Financial Corp. secured the top position in employee advisor satisfaction among wealth management firms in the JD Power 2026 U.S. Financial Advisor Satisfaction Study. This marks the fourth consecutive year the firm has earned the No. 1 ranking, reflecting a score of 812 out of 1,000, which is 180 points higher than the employee segment average. The firm serves clients from more than 400 offices across the U.S. with approximately $580 billion in client assets as of May 31, 2026.

Key Performance Metrics

Stifel outperformed the industry average significantly in the latest study. The firm's consistent performance highlights its focus on advisor support and culture.

Category Leadership

In addition to the overall ranking, Stifel achieved the top position in three specific categories within the study. These areas underscore the firm's operational strengths and commitment to its workforce.

• Leadership and culture
• Operational support
• Products and marketing

Executive Commentary

Ron Kruszewski, Chairman and CEO of Stifel, emphasized the importance of the milestone. "Earning the No. 1 ranking from JD Power for the fourth consecutive year is a meaningful milestone for our firm," he said. "Our advisors are the foundation of our success, and this recognition reflects the strength of our culture and our unwavering commitment to supporting their independence, growth, and ability to serve clients."

Kruszewski also highlighted the role of technology in the firm's strategy. "We believe AI presents an extraordinary opportunity to enhance – not replace – the advisor by reducing friction, improving insights, and giving advisors more time to do what they do best: build trusted relationships and help clients achieve their financial goals."

Jim Zemlyak, President of Stifel and Head of Global Wealth Management, attributed the success to continuous investment. "Consistency at this level doesn’t happen by accident. It comes from continuous investment in our advisors and a deep understanding of what they need to succeed," Zemlyak stated.