The idea that we should invest to meet our needs and goals is basic common sense. However, somewhat surprisingly, that is not what most players within the investment industry do.
The idea that we should invest to meet our needs and goals is basic common sense. However, somewhat surprisingly, that is not what most players within the investment industry do.
The momentum towards managed accounts is unmistakable. A noteworthy jump from 17% to 56% in the decade to 2023, with Investment Trends highlighting that more advisers are tapping into its potential. By the end of 2022, $144.5B was under management in this model, as noted by IMAP.
In today's economic and financial landscape, navigating risk has become increasingly challenging due to many factors impacting the global economy and financial markets. The complexities are extensive and quite unlike anything experienced in decades, if ever before. The issues are contributing to the uncertainty and inconsistent market behaviour:
The recent ARF article, 'The wealth adviser exodus has bottomed out (for now),' began with the numbers. "More than 12,000 financial advisers have retired or handed back their registration since the financial services royal commission, which levelled widespread allegations of misconduct against the sector in 2018. The exits represent a 43 percent decline in workforce size in just five years".
The business of financial advice isn't getting any easier. We know. It's an understatement. Turbulent market conditions, escalating client expectations and the rising cost of compliance don't make for a smooth ride.
The changed economic and investing conditions have provided cause for many advisers to re-examine their investment philosophy.
Advisers who follow Dynamic Asset will know that we readily share our thoughts on markets, the economy, portfolio management, and ways for advisers to get ahead.
The Future Fund and a swathe of leading global investors are now lining up to advocate a new approach to investing suited to the prevailing and prospective conditions.
Successful financial advisers require a rare mix of technical and interpersonal skills. A significant part of the client experience is created by how you structure engagement to ensure a positive client journey. One that is empathetic, informative, understood, and pinpoint-focused on their unique circumstances.
