Private assets in wealth management: The time for talking is over

While there is nothing new about the concept of financial advisers and wealth managers including private assets within a client portfolio, we are yet to see this manifest into any meaningful traction, which continues to frustrate many throughout the value chain. The appeal for clients is clear. Private assets offer compelling return opportunities at a time when public markets remain both unpredictable and highly concentrated. The benefits of better diversification and illiquidity premiums speak directly to some of the fundamental underpinnings of good investment advice. So why hasn't ...