
Anthony CustodioAnthony Custodio, CFA®Managing DirectorWealth Partner
Awards and Industry Recognition


Forbes
About Anthony
Tony Custodio is a Managing Director and Wealth Partner at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management.
As a co-founder of The Rutledge Custodio Team, Tony provides leadership, strategy and advice to an accomplished clientele, helping them gain direction and confidence in the management of their financial affairs. With more than three decades of experience, Tony offers particular depth in investment management, taking the time to design customized portfolios that reflect the distinctive circumstances of each client. A seasoned money manager, he offers the wisdom he has gained from adhering to a disciplined approach, supporting clients in pursuing important goals, such as maintaining their lifestyle, leaving a legacy to future generations, or discerning a path to retirement.
Tony notes that he and his colleagues are skilled in helping clients unify and consolidate complex financial affairs, particularly those with wide-ranging investments in multiple locations. To these relationships, Tony and his team provide structure and clarity, noting possible efficiencies, remedying gaps and eliminating redundancies. Financial planning, Tony explains, is a key component of his team's value. By "bringing it all together through a comprehensive plan," he and his team provide a rational framework to help clients discern what they want to accomplish—and a means to expedite those aims.
Prior to moving to J.P. Morgan Wealth Management with his team in 2023, Tony was a Managing Director and Wealth Manager with First Republic Private Wealth Management. Earlier, he spent 15 years with Merrill Private Wealth Management, most recently as a Senior Vice President, Private Wealth Advisor and Portfolio Manager. Tony's experience also includes more than four years with Wells Fargo Private Bank, where he was a Senior Investment Counselor. He began his wealth management career in 1994 at Franklin Templeton Investments in its management training program.
Tony earned his M.B.A. from Santa Clara University and his B.S. in Finance from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. He holds the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation.
Outside the office, Tony serves on the investment committee of TheatreWorks, a nonprofit organization in Silicon Valley.
A resident of Palo Alto, Tony and his wife, Meredith, have three children each. In his free time, he enjoys cycling, spending time outdoors and traveling.
CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are registered trademarks owned by CFA Institute.
Insights

Why are stocks at record highs with no Iran resolution?
April 24, 2026Despite persistent geopolitical uncertainty and a naval blockade in the Middle East, global equities have staged a rapid recovery, bolstered in the U.S. by durable earnings fundamentals in tech and beyond.Read Now
3 ways to stay active while in retirement
April 21, 2026Staying active in retirement is important. Here’s how you can stay energized, put your expertise to use and keep your finances in check in retirement.Read Now
What is the wash sale rule?
April 21, 2026The wash sale rule is a regulation that prevents taxpayers from claiming an immediate loss on assets they still own. Learn more about what a wash sale is.Read Now
Emerging markets may offer more than meets the eye – selectivity matters
April 17, 2026Beneath broad market caution, pockets of resilience across emerging markets could be worth a closer look. Growing dispersion and stronger fundamentals may favor a more selective approach to the asset class.Read Now
The art of making your estate plan matter: Using your superpower as a ‘wise giver’
April 15, 2026Transferring wealth is an act of benevolence, but you shouldn’t do it without considering the type of transaction a gift represents. Wise givers will take into account the needs and wants of the recipient as they decide how to give and how much.Read Now
A balancing act: The trade-off between debt and defense
April 10, 2026As defense budgets grow, debt concerns may limit how far and fast the spend goes. But with record amounts proposed and increasing geopolitical uncertainty, the sector is poised to build on its boom.Read Now
When disaster strikes: How to give with intention and impact
April 2, 2026After a disaster, it’s natural to want to take action. A short- and long-term disaster philanthropy strategy can ensure your gifts are given when most needed and have a lasting impact.Read Now
The defensive playbook isn’t your average inflation roadmap
April 2, 2026Inflation fears are back, but the go-to strategy can add oil and input-cost exposure. Utilities and healthcare may frame a quieter defense.Read Now
Why cash flow forecasting and succession planning matter
March 30, 2026As a business owner, effective cash flow management is crucial. From growth to legacy, read on to learn the important components of a well-balanced strategy.Read Now
Why are stocks at record highs with no Iran resolution?
April 24, 2026Despite persistent geopolitical uncertainty and a naval blockade in the Middle East, global equities have staged a rapid recovery, bolstered in the U.S. by durable earnings fundamentals in tech and beyond.Read Now
3 ways to stay active while in retirement
April 21, 2026Staying active in retirement is important. Here’s how you can stay energized, put your expertise to use and keep your finances in check in retirement.Read Now
What is the wash sale rule?
April 21, 2026The wash sale rule is a regulation that prevents taxpayers from claiming an immediate loss on assets they still own. Learn more about what a wash sale is.Read Now
Emerging markets may offer more than meets the eye – selectivity matters
April 17, 2026Beneath broad market caution, pockets of resilience across emerging markets could be worth a closer look. Growing dispersion and stronger fundamentals may favor a more selective approach to the asset class.Read Now
The art of making your estate plan matter: Using your superpower as a ‘wise giver’
April 15, 2026Transferring wealth is an act of benevolence, but you shouldn’t do it without considering the type of transaction a gift represents. Wise givers will take into account the needs and wants of the recipient as they decide how to give and how much.Read Now
A balancing act: The trade-off between debt and defense
April 10, 2026As defense budgets grow, debt concerns may limit how far and fast the spend goes. But with record amounts proposed and increasing geopolitical uncertainty, the sector is poised to build on its boom.Read Now
When disaster strikes: How to give with intention and impact
April 2, 2026After a disaster, it’s natural to want to take action. A short- and long-term disaster philanthropy strategy can ensure your gifts are given when most needed and have a lasting impact.Read Now
The defensive playbook isn’t your average inflation roadmap
April 2, 2026Inflation fears are back, but the go-to strategy can add oil and input-cost exposure. Utilities and healthcare may frame a quieter defense.Read Now
Why cash flow forecasting and succession planning matter
March 30, 2026As a business owner, effective cash flow management is crucial. From growth to legacy, read on to learn the important components of a well-balanced strategy.Read Now
