Global study of 197 respondents across 26 countries shows strong confidence, with AI tipped as the next game changer
Over four-fifths (85%) of structured products market participants are optimistic about the year ahead, according to SRP’s new Global Market Sentiment Survey 2025/2026, launched today in partnership with LPA. The findings highlight resilience across the structured products industry, even against a backdrop of volatility in global markets. Of those surveyed, 55% said they were “optimistic” and 30% “very optimistic.”
We are proud to launch this first-of-its-kind global sentiment survey with LPA - Amelié Labbe, SRP
Three-quarters of respondents identified economic and financial conditions as the biggest driver of structured products in the coming year. Investor demand, regulation and technology were noted as important but secondary, with opportunities largely dependent on how firms respond to shifting macroeconomic tides.
Growth is expected across all major regions, though no single breakout market has yet emerged. Western Europe leads (48%), followed by North America (41%) and Asia-Pacific (ex-China,40%). Europe remains the hub for retail, the US shows untapped RIA potential, and APAC and the Middle East continue to gain momentum.
Nearly 40% of respondents pointed to AI as the most transformative technology for the industry. While adoption is currently modest, expectations are high for its impact on structuring, pricing and investor interaction. Many see AI as set to reshape how products are designed, priced and distributed.
Confidence in the market remains strong despite wider uncertainty. Issuance and volumes are expected to continue rising, reinforcing structured products’ position as a diversifier and stable growth opportunity for investment portfolios.
Amélie Labbé, Chief Product Officer at SRP, said: “We are proud to launch this first-of-its-kind global sentiment survey with LPA. It shows that structured products continue to be a force to contend with within the financial market, and a key component of any financial portfolio. The survey also highlights strong optimism across the industry, underlining resilience and growth potential, even in uncertain market conditions.”
Susan Niederhöfer, Chief Commercial Officer at LPA added: “It was inspiring to see so many industry experts take part in our study. This strong response highlights the rising momentum in our industry and its products. Technology has the power to be a true game-changer for issuers, distributors, and buyers of structured products – driving scalable and efficient support for the ambitious global growth of market participants.”
The Global Market Sentiment Survey 2025/2026 draws on insights from 197 respondents across 26 countries and interviews with 14 senior industry experts.
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