MPS movers: Why Quilter, Tatton, Waverton came out on top

Less launches expected as industry has ‘seen the peak’

Isabel Baxter
clock • 5 min read

With the expansion of the model portfolio service (MPS) arena continuing into 2025, Professional Adviser looks at the top three solutions currently dominating the market, according to Defaqto analysis.

With more than £40bn assets in the collective hands of Tatton Investment Management, Quilter and Waverton's offerings, the three came out highest on Defaqto's most recommended MPS solutions in 2024. PA takes a deeper look at the MPS's performance and how the trio came out on top in a market that has been growing exponentially.  MPS outlook and the top ten recommended in 2024 In its most recent analysis, Tatton Core Active proved to be the most recommended MPS investment solution in 2024, followed by its Tatton Core Balanced solution. Quilter saw its WealthSelect Managed Blend 7 ...

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