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HilltopSecurities Celebrates 80th<\/sup> Anniversary<\/b><\/p>\n

DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–
\nHilltop Securities Inc. (HilltopSecurities) celebrated its 80th<\/sup> Anniversary on April 2, 2026, marking a legacy of success and innovation that dates back to the post-World War II era.<\/p>\n

\nHilltopSecurities\u2019 history is the story of two Texas-based firms\u2014First Southwest Company (FirstSouthwest) and Southwest Securities Inc.\u2014that expanded their footprints and service offerings before joining forces to create the remarkable organization that exists today.<\/p>\n

\n\u201cWith such a long legacy as a leader in municipal finance, it can be difficult to fully appreciate just how significant an impact HilltopSecurities has had on the communities we help finance across the United States,\u201d said HilltopSecurities President and CEO Brad Winges. \u201cOur teams have helped thousands of cities, states, and nonprofits reach their financial and infrastructure goals over the past 80 years, and those projects have had a positive impact on countless lives. It\u2019s a true source of pride for our firm and all of the professionals who have put in decades of hard work.\u201d<\/p>\n

\nAs part of its ongoing anniversary celebration, HilltopSecurities has launched a new commercial<\/a> to air in key markets across the United States.<\/p>\n

\nHilltopSecurities began its 80th<\/sup> anniversary celebration early when it increased the total prize amount in its fifth annual Hilltop Hunt virtual trivia game for Texas teachers. Instead of the traditional $50,000 in prizes, this year\u2019s Hilltop Hunt awarded $80,000 in prizes. The company also introduced a new anniversary logo that highlights the milestone and will be used on marketing collateral and other promotions throughout 2026.<\/p>\n

HilltopSecurities\u2019 History<\/b><\/p>\n

\nFirstSouthwest was formed in 1946 in Dallas by a small group of men who had met during their service in World War II. Originally dedicated to serving the financing needs of local municipalities, FirstSouthwest eventually grew into a national firm with offices across the country and expertise in public finance. Through its work with municipalities, the firm helped define the role of today\u2019s public finance advisor. In the 1970s, FirstSouthwest cemented its place in the national public finance industry by developing and implementing a financial plan to build an oil storage facility in the Port of Valdez in Alaska using tax-exempt revenue bonds. At the time it was the largest tax-exempt deal ever brought to market.<\/p>\n

\nIn 1972, also in Dallas, Southwest Securities was founded as one of the first broker-dealers to enter the fully disclosed securities clearing business. The company began with a single office and a handful of dedicated employees before growing into one of the largest New York Stock Exchange member firms in the Southwest with offices across the nation. Through an IPO in 1991, Southwest Securities became the primary subsidiary of Southwest Securities Group, Inc., a publicly held parent company (later renamed SWS Group) and significantly expanded its fixed income business a few years later through the acquisition of another DFW-area brokerage firm.<\/p>\n

\nFirstSouthwest became part of PlainsCapital Corporation in 2008 and joined the Hilltop family of companies in 2012. Southwest Securities joined the Hilltop family of companies in 2015 with Hilltop\u2019s acquisition of SWS Group. One year later, FirstSouthwest and Southwest Securities merged to form HilltopSecurities.<\/p>\n

A Legacy of Success<\/b><\/p>\n

\nAs HilltopSecurities has grown throughout the years, today it is a recognized leader in municipal investment banking.<\/p>\n