2013-01-29 14:53:03 - New Financial Services research report from IBISWorld is now available from Fast Market Research

Balancing act: Declining fees will hamper profitability, but a surge in retirees will bolster demand

Improving the portfolio

In an effort to gain new assets, the industry will continue its trend toward lower fees. However, as fees fall, some firms will be unable to compete while maintaining positive profit. Even so, the industry will return to growth from recessionary lows, especially as the US population ages and requires help with retirement funds. The range and sophistication of financial products will expand also, and players will boost revenue generated from outside the United States. In response to the global financial crisis, regulation of the financial system is being tightened, streamlining industry revenue and limiting profit.

The industry comprises firms that actively manage assets for

clients. Portfolio managers have the authority to make investment decisions and generate revenue through fees that are based on service and portfolio performance. This industry includes portfolio managers that manage assets for investment vehicles such as mutual funds, hedge funds and variable insurance products.


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This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.

Report Table of Contents:

Industry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources

INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE

INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle

PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Demand Determinants
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations

COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalization

MAJOR COMPANIES

OPERATING CONDITIONS
Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance

KEY STATISTICS
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios

JARGON & GLOSSARY

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