FINNISH INSTITUTIONAL INVESTMENT MARKET INTELLIGENCE
Scandinavian Financial Research (SFR Research) is an independent Finnish research company specializing in institutional investment and capital markets. We provide high-quality, in-depth insights into the Finnish institutional investment landscape and Finnish asset management market.
Our studies support our clients’ strategic management by offering tools for decision-making and deepening customer insight. Our services help clients stay ahead of the competition and make decisions based on both market trends and investor needs. We also offer management consulting backed by over 30 years of experience in the investment industry.
Our longest-running study, the Institutional Investment Services Programme, is conducted annually and examines the allocation strategies, investment instruments, asset manager selection, and market views of Finland’s 100 most significant institutional investors. We also assess their experiences with various service providers in terms of performance and quality.
In addition, we conduct research on alternative investments and offer tailored studies for sectors such as insurance and corporate banking. Our research is built on long-term trust and collaboration with the investors we interview.
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An in-depth interview survey with
approximately 100 of the most
significant Finnish institutional
investors participating annually.
A study completed in the spring of
2024, focusing on Finnish alternative
managers and their funds.
Celebrating 25 Years of Institutional Investment Research - Highlights from the Anniversary Celebration
IN LIGHT OF THE NUMBERS
There have been numerous meetings and projects over the years
70+
Measurable
research projects
completed
130+
Years
Combined Professional
Work Experience
500+
Consulting assignments
with Executive Management
9000+
Appointments
Through One-on-One
Personal Interviews
THIS IS WHAT WE'RE KNOWN FOR
Expertise in the asset management sector: SFR has been involved in enhancing the knowledge and dialogue of financial industry actors for over 30 years. We possess deep expertise in asset management, backed by decades of robust experience
Reliability of research results: Solid understanding of the Finnish asset management industry and expertise in academic research are the cornerstones of our operations. We analyze the data obtained from in-depth interviews with special care.
Customised solutions: We offer personalized service starting from the formulation of research questions to thorough analysis of results, always considering our customers' unique needs.
From results to operations: It is important to us that our clients can develop their operations using SFR's research findings. We develop quality metrics in collaboration with our clients and provide tools for continuous operation monitoring and improvement.
"A concise and focused survey focusing on the most important areas."
"An interview in person is very important."
"SFR's research gives a complete picture of Nordic Asser Managers and their services."
"SFR's research work has always added great value to our company."