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In the 17th episode of the Kidbrooke Insights Podcast, Natalie and Zaliia dive into the pivotal trends set to shape the financial industry in 2025. They explore global uncertainty sparked by geopolitical tensions, with a special focus on potential disruptions from US-China trade conflicts and the resulting economic volatility. The conversation also covers demographic shifts, highlighting how ageing populations in developed regions are increasing the demand for retirement solutions, while emerging economies face the challenge of creating jobs and enhancing financial inclusion for younger populations.

Next up, they discuss AI's transformative role in wealth management, exploring how Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) are significantly enhancing client experiences. The team also highlights the importance of structured financial models to improve reliability and trust, alongside strategies to manage associated risks.

Finally, we delve into Gen Z's investment habits, their preference for digital-first interactions, and the rising importance of transparent ESG practices to align with their expectations.

Join Natalie and Zaliia for an engaging discussion on these critical developments shaping the future of finance.

Links:

https://www.economist.com/the-world-ahead/2024/11/18/the-three-forces-that-will-shape-2025

https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/10/21/wealth-management-trends-to-watch-in-2025/

https://www.mckinsey.com/mgi/our-research/dependency-and-depopulation-confronting-the-consequences-of-a-new-demographic-reality

https://kidbrooke.com/2024/12/12/navigating-the-promise-and-perils-of-generative-ai-in-wealth-management/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/kolawolesamueladebayo/2025/01/20/experts-predict-the-bubble-may-burst-for-ai-in-2025/

https://www.thetimes.com/article/5614dab0-5632-11e9-a8f5-a9ee11ff7e6d

https://www.economist.com/the-economist-explains/2023/06/21/how-esg-became-part-of-americas-culture-wars

https://kidbrooke.com/2024/09/20/fund-information-review-2024-sweden/

https://www.ey.com/en_pk/newsroom/2024/12/investors-shun-long-term-esg-rewards-in-quest-for-short-term-gains

In our latest episode, Edvard Sjögren, Head of Quantitative Analytics at Kidbrooke, dives into the emerging field of sustainability reporting and analytics. Learn how Kidbrooke is integrating ESG considerations into financial decision-making, helping clients to navigate the complexities of sustainability reporting and strategic planning.

Key Topics include:

• Data Management and Reporting: Understanding the impact of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and its challenges.
• Economic Scenarios with Climate Scenarios: Progress and areas for improvement in managing and integrating sustainability data.
• Portfolio Analytics and Sustainability Profiling: How to enable your clients to determine their customers’ attitudes to sustainability, and how Kidbrooke’s solutions aid companies in aligning with EU Taxonomy and the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR).
• The Future of Sustainability in Economic Analysis: Balancing engagement and value in financial services.
• Real-Life Applications: Successful implementation stories of Kidbrooke’s analytics suite.

This episode is packed with insights on how advanced analytics and sustainability data can revolutionise financial services, ensuring transparency, accountability, and strategic alignment with environmental goals.

Links:

Episde 7: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Cj7ALWEovzK5iyTTZDWHW?si=aafcc2bea4b84dd4

EIOPA document referred to: https://www.eiopa.europa.eu/document/download/5af50854-02d9-4f74-b4fa-f0a1edea2a3e_en?filename=Guidance%20on%20the%20integration%20of%20customers%27%20sustainability%20preferences%20under%20IDD.pdf)

For this episode we tuned in to a recent webinar we hosted interviewing our CEO, Fredrik Daveus, as he discussed the transition from conventional Excel-based analytics to unified analytical platforms within the financial industry. We dived into the lifecycle of analytical needs within financial institutions, highlighting the journey from Excel-based solutions for problem-solving to the critical point where these solutions become both a vital asset but also a potential risk due to operational vulnerabilities, critical person dependence and inherent limitations of spreadsheets.

Discover how KidbrookeONE, our comprehensive analytical platform, improves financial data management and analysis processes, offering a more scalable and efficient solution. Learn how KidbrookeONE's versatile APIs can elevate your financial institution's approach to analytics in different stages of data readiness, ensuring consistency and reducing the risks associated with manual Excel models.

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