Article: Funds Europe // 8 key questions from Allvue for Europe’s financial professionals

Allvue Systems was prominently featured by Funds Europe in their exploration of 8 Key Questions for Europe’s Financial Professionals. This feature highlighted insights from polling delegates at the Funds Europe Growth in European Asset Management conference. The discussion addressed critical industry challenges such as technological adoption, fragmented solutions, regulatory concerns, and talent acquisition.

Allvue’s analysis spotlighted key industry trends and challenges:

• Digitalization & AI: Nearly half (49%) of respondents prioritized digital and AI adoption over cost efficiency (21%) and private market expansion (19%).
• Regulatory Confidence: Most felt confident navigating new regulations like AIFMD II and ELTIF 2.0.
• Interoperability Issues: 41% expressed dissatisfaction with third-party vendor integration.
• Regulatory Barriers: Fragmented EU regulations (64%) are seen as the biggest obstacle to achieving US-level scale.
• Tech & Automation Growth: Investments in automation technology and outsourcing (32% each) are on the rise, while AI adoption in compliance (42%) and data management (26%) leads priorities.
• Talent Challenges: Resource constraints (42%) and reliance on third-party providers (26%) dominate back-office concerns.

The poll revealed a growing focus on automation and technology investment, paired with increased reliance on third-party administrators. Key AI investment priorities include compliance monitoring, data management, and investor reporting, reflecting the industry’s ongoing push toward innovation.

Read the full article prepared by Funds Europe to learn more about these trends shaping the future of European financial professionals and asset management.