European Wealth Management Market Size
| Study Period | 2020 - 2029 |
| Base Year For Estimation | 2023 |
| Market Size (2024) | USD 43.02 Trillion |
| Market Size (2029) | USD 53.37 Trillion |
| CAGR (2024 - 2029) | 4.41 % |
| Market Concentration | Medium |
Major Players
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order |
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European Wealth Management Market Analysis
The Europe Wealth Management Market size in terms of assets under management value is expected to grow from USD 43.02 trillion in 2024 to USD 53.37 trillion by 2029, at a CAGR of 4.41% during the forecast period (2024-2029).
The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on the European economy. As a result of the pandemic, investments, transactions, and other financial services were affected. The sudden spread of the COVID-19 crisis has harmed Europe. European countries took stringent measures to combat the viral infection and limited its human-to-human spread, including the closure of numerous commercial and industrial operations. As a result, wealth management companies have been moderately impacted.
With more than EUR 20 trillion (around USD 21 trillion) of financial assets held by individuals, Europe represents one of the largest wealth management opportunities in the world. In some countries, the margins in wealth management are among the highest, and it helps private banks build stronger corporate connections. Many banks are investing more manpower and technologically advanced platforms into their wealth management operations.
There is a growing level of trust in wealth managers and financial markets, driven by the London Stock Exchange and some German and French wealth management companies. These companies are developing digitized products that have changed client behavior. The global economic crisis of 2008 significantly decreased client trust in wealth management firms globally. This resulted in a shift towards safer products such as fixed-income securities and other personalized services. However, the mass affluent offer high growth opportunities for the wealth management industry. AUM (assets under management) grew by 5%, primarily driven by equity market performance, with modest net inflows of 2%.
Moreover, a large chunk of the millionaire population is the baby boomer population, which is included in the mass affluent segment. With accumulated significant wealth, this population in the coming decade will require financial advice for retirement planning, which will present further opportunities for wealth management. The most important factors for the European wealth management market are Britain's Exit from the European Union and the Digitized Platform served by wealth management companies. It means Britain's Exit from the European Union has brought about a change in the market and its positive and negative effects will be seen in the coming years. Although digital alternatives to traditional consumer banking segments are late, wealth managers must automate end-to-end processes, a process that the United Kingdom is leading across the world.
European Wealth Management Market Trends
This section covers the major market trends shaping the Europe Wealth Management Market according to our research experts:
Growth In Millionaire Wealth Leading to the European Wealth Management Market Uptrend
Independent broker-dealers (IBD), wirehouses, independent advisors, and MFOs all compete to capture clients in the High Net Worth (HNW) and Ultra High Net Worth (UHNW) segments. The number of these HNW and UHNW people is on the rise, which has been acting as the driver for the European wealth management market. Europe offers about 30% of the world's millionaire population, and the rising number of millionaires in Europe enhances the wealth management market.
House Price Appreciation and Low Debt Rate is Anticipated to Drive the Market
In the first quarter of 2021, house prices, as measured by the House Price Index, rose by 5.8% in the Euro area and by 6.1% in the European Union compared with the same quarter of the previous year. In the fourth quarter of 2020, house prices rose by 5.6% and 5.8%, respectively.
The highest annual increases in house prices in the first quarter of 2021 were recorded in Luxembourg (+17.0%), Denmark (+15.3%), Lithuania (+12.0%), Czechia (+11.9%), and the Netherlands (+11.3%), while prices fell only in Cyprus (-5.8%).
In Europe, falling debt prices and increasing house prices have increased funding for personal and business entities, fueling the growth of the wealth management market.
European Wealth Management Industry Overview
The European wealth management market is fragmented and highly competitive. Wealth management players are widely spread across many countries in Europe, such as Italy, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Other highly consolidated and fragmented players dominate the market through mergers and acquisitions. Traditional investment opportunities are led by the United Kingdom and particularly dragged upwards by London Financial Services companies. This has made the European wealth management market competitive and strong across the world. Globally famous international chains and their brands, such as Credit Suisse and Morgan Stanley, are widely recognized and dominate the market. Other European groups such as HSBC Holdings, UBS Group, Legal, and General have been focusing on technology innovations and offering more platforms for wealth management. This has led the European wealth management market for a long time.
European Wealth Management Market Leaders
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Credit Suisse
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HSBC Holdings
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Legal and General
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UBS Group
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Aegon Group
*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
European Wealth Management Market News
- September 2022: UBS was set to acquire the Millennial and Gen Z-focused Wealthfront. UBS and wealth management platform Wealthfront have pulled out of a proposed acquisition deal.
- 2021: L&G launched the next-gen protection platform for IFAs. Legal & General Group Protection has launched a next-generation online quote-and-buy platform to widen access to group income protection. The insurer states that its Online Insurance Experience (ONIX) aims to create more digital opportunities for intermediaries to support their clients' needs for life cover. ONIX is designed to deliver a quote experience that is more flexible with increased options that focus on capturing the client's specific requirements. The launch of ONIX is accompanied by the insurer's new 'Big on small business' SME Group Protection sales materials.
European Wealth Management Market Report - Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
- 1.2 Scope of Study
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
3. EXCEUTIVE SUMMARY
4. MARKET INSIGHTS AND DYNAMICS
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4.1 Market Overview
- 4.1.1 Number of HNWIs and their Wealth in Europe Over the Years
- 4.2 Market Drivers
- 4.3 Market Restraints
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4.4 Technological Advancement Shaping the Wealth Management Landscape in the Region
- 4.4.1 Insights on Digital Platform and their Adoption Levels across the Value Chain Wealth Management in the Region
- 4.4.2 Adoption of New Age Digital Platforms by Millenials
- 4.4.3 Insights on Robo Advisors and the Other Applications of Artificial Intelligence Techniques in Wealth Management Industry
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4.5 Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- 4.5.1 Threat of New Entrant
- 4.5.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers/ Consumers
- 4.5.3 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
- 4.5.4 Threat of Substitute Product
- 4.5.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry
- 4.6 Intensity on Industry Policies and Regulations impacting the Wealth Management Industry of Europe
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4.7 Insights into Alternative Assets Considered for Financial Planning By Wealth Managers in the Region
- 4.7.1 Prominence of ESG Investing Among HNWIs in the region
- 4.7.2 Insight into the infrastructure Related Needs of the Region that Drive the investment patterns of HNWIs
- 4.8 Impact of COVID-19 on the Market
5. MARKET SEGMENTATION
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5.1 By Client Type
- 5.1.1 HNWIs
- 5.1.2 Retail/ Individuals
- 5.1.3 Mass Affluent
- 5.1.4 Other Client Types
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5.2 By Wealth Management Firm
- 5.2.1 Private Bankers
- 5.2.2 Family Offices
- 5.2.3 Other Wealth Management Firms
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5.3 By Geography
- 5.3.1 Italy
- 5.3.2 Germany
- 5.3.3 France
- 5.3.4 United Kingdom
- 5.3.5 Rest of Europe
6. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
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6.1 Market Competition Overview
- 6.1.1 Company Profiles
- *List Not Exhaustive
- 6.1.1.1 Allianz
- 6.1.1.2 UBS Group
- 6.1.1.3 Amundi
- 6.1.1.4 Credit Suisse
- 6.1.1.5 Legal and General
- 6.1.1.6 BNP Paribas
- 6.1.1.7 AXA Group
- 6.1.1.8 HSBC Holdings
- 6.1.1.9 Aegon N.V.
- 6.1.1.10 Sachroders PLC*
7. FUTURE OF THE MARKET
8. DISCLAIMER & ABOUT US
European Wealth Management Industry Segmentation
The wealth management market in Europe is one of the largest and fastest-growing markets in wealth management because people prefer technology-driven and innovative platforms, which make wealth management firms in Europe more efficient. A complete background analysis of the European wealth management market, which includes an assessment of the economy, market overview, market size estimation for key segments, emerging trends in the market, market dynamics, and key company profiles is covered in the report.
The European wealth management market is segmented by client type (HNWI, retail/individuals, mass affluent, and other client types) and wealth management firm type (private bankers, family offices, and other wealth management firms). The report offers market size and forecasts for the European wealth management market in value (USD million) for all the above segments.
| By Client Type | HNWIs |
| Retail/ Individuals | |
| Mass Affluent | |
| Other Client Types | |
| By Wealth Management Firm | Private Bankers |
| Family Offices | |
| Other Wealth Management Firms | |
| By Geography | Italy |
| Germany | |
| France | |
| United Kingdom | |
| Rest of Europe |
European Wealth Management Market Research FAQs
How big is the Europe Wealth Management Market?
The Europe Wealth Management Market size is expected to reach USD 43.02 trillion in 2024 and grow at a CAGR of 4.41% to reach USD 53.37 trillion by 2029.
What is the current Europe Wealth Management Market size?
In 2024, the Europe Wealth Management Market size is expected to reach USD 43.02 trillion.
Who are the key players in Europe Wealth Management Market?
Credit Suisse, HSBC Holdings, Legal and General, UBS Group and Aegon Group are the major companies operating in the Europe Wealth Management Market.
What years does this Europe Wealth Management Market cover, and what was the market size in 2023?
In 2023, the Europe Wealth Management Market size was estimated at USD 41.20 trillion. The report covers the Europe Wealth Management Market historical market size for years: 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023. The report also forecasts the Europe Wealth Management Market size for years: 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028 and 2029.
Wealth Management in Europe Industry Report
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