The paradox of invisible value: How to ensure clients recognise the power of advice in volatile times

'Investing is not just a technical exercise; it’s an emotional one'

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Kate Rainbow looks at the paradox of invisible value in advice

Among the many ways advisers deliver value, behavioural guidance remains one of the most significant. Investing is not just a technical exercise; it's an emotional one. Markets move, headlines shift, and uncertainty is ever-present. In these moments, the difference between a good outcome and a poor one is often driven by how investors respond. This becomes especially true when markets are at their most challenging. It is also precisely when the value of advice can be most underappreciated, not because it isn't there, but because it doesn't always reveal itself immediately. When mar...

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