Wealth Management

Why regulatory headwinds won’t kill wealth’s M&A boom in 2026

Dealmakers predict private equity will continue to pour into the space next year

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Sector tailwinds are outweigh increased caution from compliance teams Photo: Getty Images

The UK’s wealth market is set to continue consolidating despite increased regulatory headwinds, according to those working on deals in the sector.

In the wake of the pension freedoms and growing savings complexity, the UK’s financial advisers have been in high demand in recent years.

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