Last Updated: October 2025 — Indianapolis, IN
Here’s what you need to know about Indianapolis, IN stockbroker Edward J. Villanyi:
- Name: Edward Joseph Villanyi.
- Current Employer: Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated — Registered 7/14/2022; branch: 8900 Keystone Crossing, Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46240.
- Prior Firms: Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated (2009–2022, Indianapolis, IN); Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC (2003–2009, Indianapolis, IN); Prudential Securities Incorporated (1993–2003).
- Other Business Affiliations: Vacation rental property (Fishers, IN; VRBO rental); Valley Farms (family farm—corn & soybeans; owner/treasurer); Geist Lake Coalition (board member).
- CRD number: 2348401.
- Stockbroker / Financial Advisor: Yes — General Securities Representative; also registered as an Investment Adviser Representative in multiple states/SROs.
- Can Broker be Sued in FINRA: Yes — BrokerCheck reports a pending customer dispute.
- Current Customer Dispute Seeks Total Damages of: $100,000 (customer alleges “a loss of over $100,000”).
If you’ve sustained damages from Mr. Villanyi, discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
Did You Lose Money With Edward J. Villanyi As Your Stockbroker?
A pending customer dispute reported to BrokerCheck alleges that, while at Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated, the representative liquidated an investment without the customer’s authorization and invested proceeds into two mutual funds. The written complaint was received August 21, 2025 and lists alleged damages of $100,000 (the customer states “a loss of over $100,000”). No FINRA arbitration case number is listed in the BrokerCheck entry for this customer complaint.
Allegations of Broker Misconduct Against Edward J. Villanyi
- Unauthorized Trading — executing transactions without prior customer authorization may violate FINRA Rule 3260 (Discretionary Accounts) and FINRA Rule 2010 (Standards of Commercial Honor and Principles of Trade).
- Unsuitability — recommendations must be consistent with the customer’s profile under FINRA Rule 2111 (Suitability); for retail customers, SEC Regulation Best Interest (Exchange Act Rule 15l-1) imposes a best-interest standard when making recommendations.
- Breach of Fiduciary Duty — often alleged in tandem with suitability/best-interest violations in retail accounts.
- Fraud / Misrepresentation or Omission of Material Facts — prohibited by FINRA Rule 2020 and generally evaluated alongside Rule 2010.
If you’ve sustained damages from Mr. Villanyi, discuss your case with experienced investment fraud lawyer Bob Rex at (877) 224-3199 for a free consultation.
Registration and Background Snapshot
- Current firm & branch: Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated; 8900 Keystone Crossing, Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN 46240 (registered since 07/14/2022).
- SRO/state registrations & exams: Registered with 6 SROs; licensed in 25 states/territories; exams passed include Series 7, Series 3, SIE, Series 63, Series 65.
- Prior employment: Merrill Lynch (Senior Financial Advisor, 2009–2022); Bank of America, N.A. (Senior Financial Advisor, 2009–2022); Wells Fargo Advisors (2003–2009).
- Other business activities: Vacation rental (VRBO) in Fishers, IN; Valley Farms (owner/treasurer); Geist Lake Coalition (board).
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