The publication of the European Commission’s long-awaited EU Retail Investment Strategy is an important moment, as creating the necessary conditions to grow retail investor participation in capital markets is key for the future of both the European economy and EU citizens. Within the strategy, we see positive elements which the fund industry has long encouraged, such as digital-by-default disclosures, the preservation of both fee- and commission-based distribution models, and comparable rules for all types of investment products.
Asset Management in Europe
EFAMA's 17th edition of its ‘Asset Management in Europe’ report provides an in-depth analysis of recent trends in the European asset management industry.
Data on many different facets of the industry are covered, including:
- Total assets under management in Europe, covering investment funds and discretionary mandates
- The role of asset managers in Society and the Economy, including serving investors' needs and engaging with investee companies.
- Industry clients: at both European and country levels, including domestic and foreign clients.
- Asset allocation in Europe of investment funds and mandates, including ESG assets
- Industry organisation, such as market concentration, industry profitability and employment
