Why quality manager selection within private markets matters

08 May 2025
In private markets, the performance gap between the best and worst performing managers may be significantly wider than in traditional public assets. As a wealth manager, have you considered how a manager’s ability to generate superior returns can be the key factor in the success of your clients' investments? Selecting the right managers is necessary for building a strong portfolio.
A disciplined selection process, long-term relationship-building, and localised research are essential for accessing high-quality investments. Are these elements part of your current approach to manager selection? By focusing on these factors, you can significantly increase the likelihood of achieving optimal performance for your clients.
Fund performance dispersion by strategy (vintage years 2005-2019)
Four key pillars for manager selection
Further considerations for selecting managers when evaluating semi-liquid funds
Maintaining investments with top-performing managers requires a proactive, ongoing approach
Selecting quality managers is just one component of a successful multi-asset private market strategy
Senior Researcher, Global Wealth Management, Global Strategic Research
Investments Director, Mercer Alternatives
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