Private Assets & The High Net Worth Attraction

In this episode, BMO Global Asset Management's Jeffrey Shell and Lillian Ferndriger join us to discuss newly accessible opportunities in private market assets. Jeffrey is Head of Alternatives, Commercial ESG and Innovation from BMO Global Asset Management. And Lillian is Director of Alternatives Distribution at BMO Global Asset Management.We delve into the realm of private market investing, now a more widely accessible and vital instrument for portfolio diversification that promises attractive risk adjusted returns.These markets offer an entrance into asset classes and strategies that were previously largely inaccessible territory in the public domain. Moreover, the defining features of private markets, their risk return profiles stand as a powerful key to unlock the full potential of a private wealth portfolio.A look back in time reveals the compelling performance of private markets as they have consistently outshone public markets becoming a beacon of wealth accumulation and differentiated return stream. In recent times, this asset class has been winning hearts transitioning from its longstanding institutional clientele to captivate high net worth individuals, the segment that's been growing the fastest.Now we're witnessing an exciting shift, often referred to as the democratization of access. This transformation marks a significant stride for the wealth management industry as it throws open the doors to a broad suite of previously inaccessible specialized strategies within private equity, private debt, real estate infrastructure, and other real assets.The allure of reduced minimum tickets, enhanced transparency in reporting and lower fees adds to the appeal of these markets. But perhaps the most enticing advantage of this democratization is the boon it provides to private wealth. It serves as the final puzzle piece in portfolio construction, enabling clients to harness and all-encompassing asset allocation in private market sub strategies.This allows for portfolio diversification, enhanced returns, volatility reduction, and crucially a shield against inflation. Today we're gonna delve deeper into these fascinating dynamics of private market investing. Thank you for listening.Where to find Jeffrey Shell and Lillian Ferndriger, BMO Global Asset ManagementJeffrey Shell on LinkedinLillian Ferndriger on LinkedinMore on BMO Partners Group Private Markets Fund.