NEW YORK (February 21, 2024) – ISS Market Intelligence, a leading global provider of data, analytics, insights, media, and events solutions to the global financial services industry and part of the ISS STOXX group of companies, announces the release of its latest report, RIA Market Insights: Refining the Opportunity.
Leveraging data from across ISS MI, including advisor sentiment and behavior survey results and in-depth qualitative interviews with asset managers, product providers, RIA practices, custodians/platform providers, wholesalers, and related industry experts, the report provides a comprehensive overview of the retail RIA, including RIA only and the hybrid RIA marketplace. The research defines the various segments of RIA and provides market sizing, practice attributes, and client demographics.
This study also addresses the growing pro-buyer and enterprise RIA market and the approaches to distribution and support, including a dedicated team, cross-channel/practice mode distribution model, and national accounts, to assist firms in navigating the complex, fragmented, and competitive RIA market.
“The concentration of assets and RIA firms, wholesaling coverage challenges, growing centralized access, and blurring distinctions between advisor channels have asset managers rethinking their distribution strategy,” said Goshka Folda, Managing Director, Global Head of Research for ISS MI. “This report provides a discussion framework for identifying opportunities and deploying more efficient and effective sales support.”
Addressing challenges and opportunities in RIA distribution relative to traditional advisor channels, the report includes a detailed market sizing breakdown and provides qualitative perspectives on diverse distribution approaches. This report delves into the dynamic landscape of the RIA market, offering valuable insights to assist firms in navigating the complex, fragmented, and competitive RIA market.
Learn more about the RIA Market Insights: Refining the Opportunity Report here.
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