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Active Management Isn’t Going Away Any Time Soon

It’s in decline—but on an upward slope

Active management has faced substantial challenges, with significant outflows recorded over the last decade. Despite these obstacles, market gains have offset some of the negative impact of consistent outflows.

The report reveals that approximately 60% of firms, with a minimum of 75% of their assets in actively managed funds, have experienced outflows during the five years leading up to December 2024. But it's not all bleak news; the landscape of active management is complex and varied. With this report, financial advisors can navigate the intricacies of active management and adapt their strategies to the shifting circumstances. 


Discover trends and asset class performance in our latest report.

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What's Inside

  • A comprehensive analysis of the pattern of outflows from actively managed funds 
  • A deep-dive into the five-year compounded organic growth rates of active shops  

  • An assessment of the firms that have managed to achieve growth amidst the outflows 

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