Against that backdrop, 85% of those surveyed said they expect market volatility to increase over the coming year, with diversification (84%) and downside protection or capital preservation (83%) rising to the top of the agenda. Nearly half of all respondents (47%) said they are actively broadening geographic exposure beyond the US.

Active management conviction holds firm

Despite the turbulent environment, investor confidence in active management remains strong. Eighty-five percent said they believe active strategies can help them meet their investment objectives over the next 12 to 18 months, with key reasons including the potential for outperformance, the ability to navigate uncertainty with greater…