Driving Growth in Asset Management 2026
Learn how 300 global asset managers are positioning for growth, evolving operating models, strengthening distribution strategies, and navigating digital assets, artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI.
Industry Perspectives
Across North America, firms are prioritizing scalable growth opportunities while maintaining a strong focus on operating efficiency. The study explores how managers are balancing product strategy, distribution expansion and outsourcing decisions as they position for future growth.
“Our 2026 survey suggests that asset managers are operating with heightened cost discipline in a difficult environment. Northern Trust is uniquely positioned to partner with clients, whether they invest in complex asset classes and growing segments like private equity, private credit and semi-liquid funds, or service unique investor types like ETFs or collective investment trusts.”
Ryan Burns
Head of Asset Managers and Private Markets, Americas
Driving Growth in Asset Management 2026
Explore how asset managers are redefining growth priorities through operational discipline, focused distribution strategies, outsourcing and technology investment.
