Issue #49

Asset management loves to champion innovation, yet outdated systems and cookie-cutter strategies persist. Where is the real innovation?

Imagine transparent fees tied directly to alpha, not arbitrary metrics. Picture technology streamlining costs and enabling tailored solutions for every investor. These aren’t pipe dreams — they’re already being implemented by emerging managers who have the advantage of agility and modern thinking.

The industry’s reluctance to embrace change stems from comfort with the status quo. Legacy players, mired in bureaucracy, often struggle to adapt to the demands of a tech-savvy and transparency-focused world. Meanwhile, forward-thinking managers are rewriting the rules, leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver value at a fraction of the traditional cost.

Established players face a choice: adapt or fade into irrelevance. The demand for transparency, cost efficiency, and customisation is not a trend; it’s the future. Who will lead the charge? And who will fall behind?