Portfolio Analysis Projects: Case Study
Client Need
- Soon-to-retire pharma executive with a “complicated” portfolio
- Assets accumulated during course of lengthy career
- 60+ different funds; too fragmented
- Big overlap in holdings
- Not sure of what to do next
BWA Approach / Recommendations
- Analyzed each fund within the portfolio
- Recommended which funds to keep; which to replace
- Considered impact of transaction costs in reconstructing portfolio
- Advised on asset location for tax-efficiency and cash-flow planning
Result / Outcome
- New asset allocation guidelines adopted
- Aset location recommendations implemented
- Number of funds in portfolio reduced dramatically, with improved diversification benefits
- Portfolio reports consolidated
- Peace of mind for client improved