Multi-Generational Wealth Strategies - Preparing for 2026 and Beyond

Zinah Abdaki
Dec 5
3 min read

In 2026, the global wealth sector will undergo structural changes. According to recent forecasts from IM Global Wealth, global mobility among high-net-worth individuals is expected to reach record levels in 2026, driven by cross-border relocation, regulatory changes, and shifting investment priorities. This rise in international movement is reshaping how family offices structure their holdings, manage jurisdictional exposure and design governance frameworks that can support wealth distributed across multiple regions. As these trends accelerate, long-term continuity planning is becoming a central priority for families preparing for the next generational transition.

Together, these changes are reshaping the foundations of multi-generational wealth management and guiding how families prepare for the decades ahead.

1. Private Markets and Private Credit Become Core Drivers of Long-Term Wealth

Private markets are entering a new phase shaped by higher interest rates and valuation resets. The McKinsey Global Private Markets Review 2025 confirms that private credit continues to expand at double-digit rates, while private equity is moving toward more disciplined value-creation models. Secondaries are also growing as a liquidity solution for portfolios that were previously locked in. Family offices continue to increase allocations to private credit for stable income and to secondary funds for flexibility. Direct investments remain attractive, supported by stronger governance expectations and clearer alignment between families and managers.

2. Tokenised Assets and Digital Wealth Infrastructure Gain Traction

The regulatory landscape is becoming clearer across major regions. The PwC Global Crypto Regulation Report 2025 highlights progress toward more harmonised frameworks in Europe, the Gulf, and Asia, enabling greater use of tokenised funds, real estate, fixed income, and private credit instruments. Research published in 2025 shows that tokenisation can improve liquidity, fractional ownership, and cross-border accessibility. These features are increasingly relevant for internationally mobile families. As digital asset use grows, custody, valuation standards, and structured succession planning are becoming essential components of long-term wealth management.

3. Family Offices Shift Toward More Institutional Structures

Professionalisation is accelerating. The KPMG and Agreus Global Family Office Compensation Benchmark Report 2025 reports higher demand for specialist roles, including investment, risk, and governance positions. Findings from additional 2025 industry studies show that families are adopting more formal processes, clearer decision structures, and documented governance to support succession and manage increasing asset complexity. Next-generation members also expect defined responsibilities and transparent development pathways, reinforcing this shift.

4. Macro Conditions Require Greater Agility Across Jurisdictions and Asset Classes

Forecasts such as the BlackRock 2026 Outlook point to persistent inflation pressures, diverging interest-rate paths across major economies, and ongoing geopolitical shifts. These factors create varied conditions across Europe, Asia, and the Gulf. The European Central Bank Financial Stability Review 2025 also highlights liquidity risks in some private market segments, emphasising the importance of diversified and stress-tested strategies. Families with cross-border footprints are adopting flexible structures, using diversified allocations and jurisdictional planning to manage volatility and regulatory change.

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