Maisonneuve: 4-5% Market Return a Reasonable Expectation

The video discusses market volatility and expected returns, emphasizing the importance of understanding different asset classes and their potential returns. It explores asset management strategies, including the role of currency and volatility in generating returns. The discussion highlights the significance of corporate credit and careful stock picking, given the slow growth in the equity market. The video concludes with a focus on innovation in asset management, encouraging a mix of unlisted and listed assets and the need to deliver more value to clients.

What is the expected return range when considering currency volatility in asset management?

• 12% to 15%

• 7% to 10%

• 4% to 5%

• 2% to 3%

How can asset managers achieve higher returns according to the second section?

• By avoiding currency investments

• By focusing solely on traditional asset classes

• By investing only in fixed income

• By diversifying into non-traditional asset classes

What is a key challenge in the equity market as mentioned in the third section?

• Slow growth and the need for careful stock selection

• High volatility in currency markets

• Rapid growth in all sectors

• Lack of innovation in technology

What is emphasized as crucial for asset managers in the face of weakening fees?

• Delivering more value to clients and thinking differently

• Maintaining traditional investment strategies

• Reducing client engagement

• Focusing on high-fee products

What is the role of innovation in asset management as discussed in the third section?

• To maintain the status quo

• To avoid risk by sticking to known strategies

• To explore new investment opportunities and adapt to changes

• To focus only on listed assets