Are investment consulting companies the same as securities companies? If not, what services does the stock industry have?

Investment consulting companies and securities companies can be said to have similarities and differences. Similarly, they all analyze securities-related information and have published some articles on market analysis. The difference is that the emphasis is different. Securities companies mainly handle business, covering a wider range, including stocks, funds and futures. Investment consulting companies pay more attention to investors' investment and financial management, and can provide practical and effective financial advice for investors and friends. It can be said that securities companies and investment consulting companies are different.