Survey: 94% of family offices plan acquisitions in 2024

Marcus Baram
Author Marcus Baram

Marcus Baram is a contributing editor at Crain Currency, where he covers the intersection of finance and politics. Prior to joining Crain Currency, Baram was a staff writer at Fast Company and an editor at Huff Post. He has also written for outlets such as The New York Times, The Atlantic, and Vice. Baram is an expert on economic policy and has a deep understanding of the ways in which politics shapes the global financial system. In his role at Crain Currency, he brings a unique perspective to the complex and ever-evolving world of finance. With his keen analysis and clear writing, Baram helps readers make sense of the important issues impacting the economy today.

Mar 11, 2024
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Ninety-four percent of family offices surveyed by the fund services provider Ocorian said they are preparing to make acquisitions in 2024, and nearly half (49%) plan to emphasize direct investments, reports Delano, a Luxembourg-based news service.

The surge in activity reflects a trend toward a more hands-on approach in managing investments, said Amy Collins, head of family office at Ocorian. 

“Family offices are set to go on a buying spree” because of the effects of historically low interest rates and generational shifts in investing preferences. 

The survey of 134 global investment managers overseeing family offices with assets totaling more than $62 billion also revealed growing interest in alternative investments, balanced with concerns about how long this trend will last.

Marcus Baram
Author Marcus Baram

Marcus Baram is a contributing editor at Crain Currency, where he covers the intersection of finance and politics. Prior to joining Crain Currency, Baram was a staff writer at Fast Company and an editor at Huff Post. He has also written for outlets such as The New York Times, The Atlantic, and Vice. Baram is an expert on economic policy and has a deep understanding of the ways in which politics shapes the global financial system. In his role at Crain Currency, he brings a unique perspective to the complex and ever-evolving world of finance. With his keen analysis and clear writing, Baram helps readers make sense of the important issues impacting the economy today.