Print

News

Navigating Industry Shifts: A Conversation with Francesca McDonagh

Date:

11. August 2025

At the 2025 IMPower FundForum in Monaco, our Group CEO Francesca McDonagh sat down with broadcaster Emma Walden to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of asset management. In an insightful conversation, Francesca explored key industry dynamics, from intensifying margin pressure and growing consolidation, to the rising demand for alternative investments and the transformative potential of artificial intelligence.

She highlighted how diversification and outsourcing are playing an increasingly critical role in supporting long-term growth and enhancing competitiveness across the sector.

Francesca also explained how our group’s international growth strategy is guided by a strong commitment to supporting our clients’ expansion plans, underpinned by a culture of collaboration and innovation.

Click to watch the full interview now! 

More topics

  • Press Release
    18. November 2025

    Survey: Asset managers anticipate global upturn, but remain cautious about Europe

    70% of asset managers in Germany expect an economic upswing to take hold in 2026, according to the latest asset manager survey of over 50 investment firms by Universal Investment. China and the emerging markets are considered to be the growth drivers.

    Read More
  • Press Release
    07. October 2025

    Universal Investment Group expands into APAC with first office in Singapore

    Bjoern Beck appointed to lead operations, bringing extensive expertise in real estate and APAC markets. Singapore office to support international growth strategies of existing clients and serve as a gateway for APAC investors into European fund markets. 
     

    Read More
  • Press Release
    16. September 2025

    Real Estate Survey 2025: Institutional investors favour real estate, but infrastructure is gaining in importance

    Office and residential properties remain the most important types of use, with logistics catching up. Purchase prices are becoming more attractive again and rising prices are expected.
     

    Read More
To top