Asset managers are facing heightened competition, margin pressure, and expectations for product diversity. Firms are broadening their offerings to include sophisticated private market vehicles and active ETFs, while juggling the complex demands of the emerging wealth segment and battling to contain costs.

As competition is intensifying, speed to market is becoming a differentiating factor, enabling asset managers to unlock thematic opportunities and grow their AUM. There is little room for error, and efficient operations are paramount. However, product expansion can require specialist knowledge, and constrained resources are hampering asset managers’ ambitions to scale at speed.

This is why outsourcing has shifted from tactical to strategic. 70% of managers plan to increase their use of third‑party providers, and 93% expect to rely more on third‑party management companies for scale, expertise and oversight, according to Carne Group research.

Hosted by FT Live and Ignites Europe in partnership with Carne Group, this webinar will examine how asset managers are strengthening operating models amid margin pressures and evolving client expectations. Join our panel of experts to explore how best to support product innovation and outpace competitors through scalable infrastructure and strategic, specialist partnerships.

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