GITNUXREPORT 2025

Digital Transformation In The Asset Management Industry Statistics

Majority of asset managers embrace digital transformation for growth and efficiency.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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52% of asset managers reported increased client engagement due to digital platforms

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56% of clients prefer digital communication channels with their asset managers

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61% of clients prefer personalized digital investment advice

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37% of clients are willing to switch to firms offering advanced digital services

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54% of firms see client demand as the primary driver for digital transformation

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63% of firms believe digital transformation will help attract younger clients

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74% of asset managers believe that digital transformation positively impacts their client retention rates

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62% of firms are exploring or implementing AI-powered client advisory services

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38% of firms have reported increased client satisfaction after digital engagement upgrades

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70% of asset managers cited cybersecurity as a primary concern in digital transformation efforts

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65% of firms have increased their focus on cybersecurity due to digital transformation risks

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63% of firms are investing in cybersecurity measures specifically tailored for digital assets

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78% of asset management firms have incorporated some form of digital transformation strategy

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65% of asset managers use AI to enhance investment decision-making

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41% of asset management firms have fully integrated Robo-advisors into their offerings

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83% of asset management firms plan to increase investment in data analytics over the next two years

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60% of asset managers are leveraging cloud technology to improve data management

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82% of asset management firms see digital transformation as essential to remaining competitive

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77% of asset managers plan to adopt blockchain technology for transaction security

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44% of firms have increased their use of big data analytics significantly in the past year

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54% of asset management firms are planning to implement AI-driven risk management tools by 2024

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47% of firms have achieved measurable ROI from digital transformation projects

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72% of asset management companies are exploring or implementing machine learning applications

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65% of firms increased their digital marketing efforts over the past year

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58% of asset management firms utilize data visualization tools to analyze investment data

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41% of asset management firms have adopted AI-powered compliance monitoring

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68% of asset managers find integrating legacy systems a significant challenge during digital transformation

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46% of firms cite lack of digital expertise as a barrier to transformation

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39% of asset management firms are investing in employee training for digital skills development

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49% of firms experienced faster decision-making processes after implementing digital solutions

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44% of firms have used data analytics to improve portfolio performance

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66% of firms plan to increase their investments in digital infrastructure in the next year

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57% of asset management firms are utilizing advanced analytics for predictive insights

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40% of firms have adopted real-time analytics for investment management decisions

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49% of asset managers see digital transformation as a means to improve operational agility

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42% of firms have reported improved data accuracy due to digital initiatives

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78% of asset management firms consider digital innovation as a key driver for future growth

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81% of asset managers believe digital transformation will alter their business models significantly

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54% of firms have adopted or plan to adopt sustainable investing platforms powered by digital solutions

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49% of asset managers report improved operational transparency through digital tools

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67% of firms believe that embracing digital transformation is essential for future talent acquisition

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55% of firms report that digital initiatives have improved team collaboration

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74% of asset managers see digital transformation as an opportunity to enter new markets

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58% of asset managers consider digital talent development a strategic priority

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48% of firms experienced operational cost reductions through digital transformation initiatives

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69% of asset managers report that automation has improved operational efficiency

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59% of firms have experienced improved compliance efficiency through digital tools

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55% of firms reported an increase in digital client onboarding efficiency

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69% of firms utilize digital tools to enhance compliance reporting efficiency

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Key Highlights

78% of asset management firms have incorporated some form of digital transformation strategy
65% of asset managers use AI to enhance investment decision-making
52% of asset managers reported increased client engagement due to digital platforms
41% of asset management firms have fully integrated Robo-advisors into their offerings
70% of asset managers cited cybersecurity as a primary concern in digital transformation efforts
56% of clients prefer digital communication channels with their asset managers
83% of asset management firms plan to increase investment in data analytics over the next two years
48% of firms experienced operational cost reductions through digital transformation initiatives
60% of asset managers are leveraging cloud technology to improve data management
82% of asset management firms see digital transformation as essential to remaining competitive
77% of asset managers plan to adopt blockchain technology for transaction security
44% of firms have increased their use of big data analytics significantly in the past year
61% of clients prefer personalized digital investment advice

As the asset management industry accelerates into the digital age, with 78% of firms adopting digital transformation strategies and 82% viewing this shift as essential for remaining competitive, the landscape is being reshaped by cutting-edge technologies like AI, blockchain, and big data analytics—revolutionizing investment decision-making, client engagement, and operational efficiency.

Client Preferences and Engagement

52% of asset managers reported increased client engagement due to digital platforms
56% of clients prefer digital communication channels with their asset managers
61% of clients prefer personalized digital investment advice
37% of clients are willing to switch to firms offering advanced digital services
54% of firms see client demand as the primary driver for digital transformation
63% of firms believe digital transformation will help attract younger clients
74% of asset managers believe that digital transformation positively impacts their client retention rates
62% of firms are exploring or implementing AI-powered client advisory services
38% of firms have reported increased client satisfaction after digital engagement upgrades

Client Preferences and Engagement Interpretation

In an industry where trust is paramount, over half of asset managers now find that a digital handshake—not just a handshake—secures client engagement, with personalized advice and AI-driven services emerging as the new currency for attracting, satisfying, and retaining the next generation of investors.

Cybersecurity and Risk Management

70% of asset managers cited cybersecurity as a primary concern in digital transformation efforts
65% of firms have increased their focus on cybersecurity due to digital transformation risks
63% of firms are investing in cybersecurity measures specifically tailored for digital assets

Cybersecurity and Risk Management Interpretation

As asset managers navigate the digital revolution, a rising tide of cybersecurity concerns — with 70% prioritizing security, 65% boosting defenses, and 63% tailoring specialized measures — underscores that in the race toward digital transformation, safeguarding assets is no longer just prudent but paramount.

Digital Transformation and Technology Adoption

78% of asset management firms have incorporated some form of digital transformation strategy
65% of asset managers use AI to enhance investment decision-making
41% of asset management firms have fully integrated Robo-advisors into their offerings
83% of asset management firms plan to increase investment in data analytics over the next two years
60% of asset managers are leveraging cloud technology to improve data management
82% of asset management firms see digital transformation as essential to remaining competitive
77% of asset managers plan to adopt blockchain technology for transaction security
44% of firms have increased their use of big data analytics significantly in the past year
54% of asset management firms are planning to implement AI-driven risk management tools by 2024
47% of firms have achieved measurable ROI from digital transformation projects
72% of asset management companies are exploring or implementing machine learning applications
65% of firms increased their digital marketing efforts over the past year
58% of asset management firms utilize data visualization tools to analyze investment data
41% of asset management firms have adopted AI-powered compliance monitoring
68% of asset managers find integrating legacy systems a significant challenge during digital transformation
46% of firms cite lack of digital expertise as a barrier to transformation
39% of asset management firms are investing in employee training for digital skills development
49% of firms experienced faster decision-making processes after implementing digital solutions
44% of firms have used data analytics to improve portfolio performance
66% of firms plan to increase their investments in digital infrastructure in the next year
57% of asset management firms are utilizing advanced analytics for predictive insights
40% of firms have adopted real-time analytics for investment management decisions
49% of asset managers see digital transformation as a means to improve operational agility
42% of firms have reported improved data accuracy due to digital initiatives
78% of asset management firms consider digital innovation as a key driver for future growth
81% of asset managers believe digital transformation will alter their business models significantly
54% of firms have adopted or plan to adopt sustainable investing platforms powered by digital solutions
49% of asset managers report improved operational transparency through digital tools
67% of firms believe that embracing digital transformation is essential for future talent acquisition
55% of firms report that digital initiatives have improved team collaboration
74% of asset managers see digital transformation as an opportunity to enter new markets
58% of asset managers consider digital talent development a strategic priority

Digital Transformation and Technology Adoption Interpretation

With 78% of asset management firms embracing digital transformation—driving innovation, boosting decision-making, and heralding a future where traditional assets meet the cutting edge—it's clear that in this industry, going digital isn't just a strategy; it's the new standard for staying ahead in the competitive race.

Operational Efficiency and Cost Management

48% of firms experienced operational cost reductions through digital transformation initiatives
69% of asset managers report that automation has improved operational efficiency
59% of firms have experienced improved compliance efficiency through digital tools
55% of firms reported an increase in digital client onboarding efficiency
69% of firms utilize digital tools to enhance compliance reporting efficiency

Operational Efficiency and Cost Management Interpretation

With nearly half of asset managers slashing costs and over two-thirds boosting efficiency through digital transformation, it’s evident that embracing technology isn't just a trend but a strategic necessity for staying competitive and compliant in the modern asset management landscape.