PWM’s ninth annual sub-advisory research survey indicates that rising levels of regulation and a greater focus on transparency are leading to an increase in the delegated approach to asset management

The increased cost of complying with regulations will drive smaller houses to look to third parties to complement their in-house capabilities

Our special thanks go to the panel of 40 plus decision makers in private banks, life insurers, wealth and asset managers that have contributed to this 8th annual sub-advisory study. They filled in extensive questionnaires, responded to in-depth interview questions and participated in our annual roundtable.

Large institutional clients are driving sub-advisory fund growth at SEB, while sections of the retail space look likely to be brought back in-house

Swiss banking group Syz and Co is looking to appoint new sub-advisers in a range of innovative asset classes such as high alpha equity products

DnB Nor and Goldman Sachs are the only sub-advisers for Norwegian outfit Skandia Fonder, which expects to streamline its fund range in the light of Ucits IV

Italian asset manager Euromobiliare examines the track record and risk management processes of potential partners in order to find a fit

Firms giving mandates are looking for long-term strategic partnerships, as the uncertain economic environment provides an impetus to sub-advisory business