Trends in Wealth Management

Every industry has trends that come and go. This is true even in the financial sector, where new tools, technologies, and innovations can alter how we look at long-term investing. While it isn’t always possible to predict these trends, one can detect the ones most popular at any given time.

Wealth management has always been a staple for financially savvy investors, and now it is becoming even more common. Listed below are some of the rising trends in wealth management. These trends are worth considering for those looking for a new perspective on long-term financial planning.

Digitalisation of Wealth Management & Services

As mentioned above, technology has a way of significantly impacting the financial industry. One such method is by offering digitalisation opportunities. In other words, by allowing companies to digitise their records, operations, and more. This makes work easier for businesses while increasing accessibility for their customers.

Currently, wealth managers are seeking ways to digitise their businesses. They want their customers to have full access to the traditional methods with modern conveniences. This is all while following data regulation and protection laws.

Cyber Security Needs

With the rising popularity of digitisation comes the need for higher levels of security. Managers know that financial institutions make for a tempting target and thus need to take every step possible to protect their funds and clients.

Most larger institutions already have robust cyber security protocols, leaving those on the lower tier at higher risk of being targeted. This is forcing every level to invest further in security or risk losing.

Wealth Transfer

Wealth transfers between generations are nothing new, yet it is becoming more commonly discussed these days. Younger generations are set to inherit millions to billions of pounds, which means wealth managers are preparing for a younger viewpoint on the same tasks. Naturally, this is pushing several concerns, including the need to embrace technology.

Digital Assets & Investment

Many financial experts may still feel sceptical about cryptocurrencies and NFTs (non-fungible tokens). However, this does not mean they can ignore their presence. Crypto has become a booming section of the industry, with more people buying into it every day.

The rising popularity of cryptocurrency will have a lasting impact on wealth management and other financial services. For example, those that invest in crypto are looking for ways to protect their investments – for the long term. In other words, wealth managers will have to adapt and create plans for digital assets.

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About Sumit Selli

Sumit Selli ACA is a London, UK-based Accounting and Advisory professional and a Partner at LAS Group. In his role with the firm, he specialises in wealth preservation, business consultancy, and tax preparation and planning strategies. As a Partner, Sumit works closely with clients to ensure strong relationships with clients and stakeholders alike.

Sumit Selli has spent the past 7+ years as a Partner at LAS Group. Additionally, in his career, he has accumulated experience and industry insight through a number of different roles.

As a professional operating in the financial industry, Sumit Selli knows the importance of money management and the value a financial consultant can have when it comes to financial planning. There can be a lot of perceived mystification surrounding personal financial management, and Sumit wants to make the process digestible for all investors. He has defined himself as a leader with expertise in accounting, payroll, tax preparation, investment and project management, wealth management, business strategy, finance, cash flow, negotiation, and bespoke tax planning.

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