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North America Fixed Income Asset Management 2026-2031 - Rising Demand for Stable Income and Portfolio Diversification Drives Market Growth

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North America Fixed Income Asset Management 2026-2031 - Rising Demand for Stable Income and Portfolio Diversification Drives Market Growth Dublin, Aug. 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "North America Fixed Income Assets Management - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2026-2031)" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

North America Fixed Income Asset Management Market to Reach USD 30.20 Billion by 2031

The North America fixed income asset management market was valued at USD 26.14 billion in 2025 and is projected to increase from USD 26.78 billion in 2026 to USD 30.20 billion by 2031. The market is expected to register a compound annual growth rate of 2.44% from 2026 to 2031, supported by institutional demand, aging demographics, retirement income requirements, and continued adoption of diversified fixed income investment strategies.

Institutional Demand Supports Market Stability

Pension funds, insurance companies, and asset managers continue to generate substantial demand for stable, income-oriented investments. U.S. retirement assets reached USD 49.6 trillion in 2024, supporting fixed income allocations across public and private retirement plans. Public defined benefit pension plans in the United States allocate an average of 23% of their portfolios to fixed income, although allocations vary according to liability profiles and investment objectives.

Canada also remains an important institutional market. The Canada Pension Plan held assets valued at CAD 714.4 billion, equivalent to approximately USD 521.76 billion, as of March 31, 2025. Its investments in bonds and credit reinforce demand for sovereign debt, investment-grade securities, and professionally managed credit strategies.

Insurance companies remain consistent purchasers of corporate bonds as they seek to align asset duration with long-term liabilities and regulatory capital requirements. Meanwhile, bond mutual funds recorded USD 94.64 billion in net inflows by November 2025, bringing total assets to USD 5.50 trillion. These inflows highlight investor demand for externally managed fixed income portfolios across changing interest-rate environments.

Institutional investors are also expanding into private credit, infrastructure debt, and alternative income strategies. This diversification is creating opportunities for fixed income asset managers capable of delivering multi-asset solutions, disciplined risk management, and reliable income.

Aging Population Increases Demand for Predictable Income

North America's aging population is strengthening demand for lower-risk investments and dependable retirement income. Traditional individual retirement account investors in their sixties allocate approximately 22.5% of their portfolios to bonds and bond funds, significantly more than younger investors.

Municipal bond strategies are also gaining momentum among high-income and retirement-focused investors. Municipal bond funds attracted approximately USD 47 billion in inflows during 2025, while tax-exempt yields near 3% to 4% supported interest in after-tax income opportunities. This demographic shift is expected to remain a long-term growth driver for taxable and tax-exempt fixed income products through 2031.

Regulatory Changes Increase Operational Requirements

Changing regulatory frameworks are increasing technology, reporting, and compliance costs for asset managers. In March 2025, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission voted to end its defense of the 2024 climate disclosure rule, creating uncertainty for firms that had invested in climate-related reporting systems.

Mandatory central clearing deadlines for U.S. Treasury transactions in 2026 and 2027 will require upgrades to operational systems, clearing connectivity, collateral processes, and margin workflows. Updated fund naming requirements may also require certain managers to demonstrate that at least 80% of assets align with a fund's stated investment approach. In Canada, regulators have adjusted recognition orders in response to U.S. clearing reforms, adding another layer of cross-border compliance considerations.

Key Market Trends

Segment Analysis

Pension funds and insurance companies accounted for 43.50% of the North America fixed income asset management market in 2025. Their leading position reflects ongoing liability-matching requirements and demand for government bonds, investment-grade credit, duration management, and diversified income portfolios.

Retail investors are forecast to represent the fastest-growing funding source, registering a 4.84% compound annual growth rate from 2026 to 2031. Growth is being driven by retirement planning, wealth preservation priorities, bond fund inflows, and the expanding availability of low-cost bond ETFs. Advisory platforms are also helping retail investors access municipal bonds, global fixed income strategies, and professionally managed portfolios, further strengthening the market's long-term outlook.

Key Topics Covered:

1 Introduction

1.1 Study Assumptions & Market Definition

1.2 Scope of the Study

2 Research Methodology

3 Executive Summary

4 Market Landscape

4.1 Market Overview

4.2 Market Drivers

4.2.1 Strong institutional demand from pension funds, insurers, and asset managers seeking stable, income-oriented returns

4.2.2 Aging demographics driving preference for low-risk, predictable income among retirees and conservative investors

4.2.3 Rising adoption of passive fixed income products, including bond ETFs, due to cost efficiency, liquidity, and diversification

4.2.4 Growth in ESG-focused bond investments, encouraging capital flows toward sustainable and green fixed income instruments

4.2.5 Advanced analytics and AI integration enhancing portfolio construction, risk assessment, and performance optimization

4.2.6 High market liquidity and trading depth in the US, supporting sustained fixed income participation

4.3 Market Restraints

4.3.1 Evolving regulatory frameworks and compliance burdens, including ESG disclosure requirements, increasing operational costs

4.3.2 Volatility in interest rates and inflation, negatively affecting bond valuations and yield stability

4.3.3 Exposure to transaction costs and foreign exchange risks in cross-border fixed income investments

4.3.4 Margin pressure on active managers due to intensifying competition and a shift toward passive investment strategies

4.4 Macroeconomic & Industry Indicators Impacting the Market

4.5 Technology Analysis

4.6 Industry Value Chain Analysis

4.7 Porter's Five Forces Analysis

4.7.1 Threat of New Entrants

4.7.2 Bargaining Power of Suppliers

4.7.3 Bargaining Power of Buyers

4.7.4 Threat of Substitutes

4.7.5 Competitive Rivalry

5 Market Size & Growth Forecasts (Value)

5.1 By Source of Funds

5.1.1 Pension Funds and Insurance Companies

5.1.2 Retail Investors

5.1.3 Institutional Investors

5.1.4 Government/Sovereign Wealth Fund

5.1.5 Others

5.2 By Fixed Income Type

5.2.1 Core Fixed Income

5.2.2 Alternative Credit

5.3 Type of Asset Management Firms

5.3.1 Large financial institutions/Bulge bracket banks

5.3.2 Mutual Funds ETFs

5.3.3 Private Equity and Venture Capital

5.3.4 Fixed Income Funds

5.3.5 Managed Pension Funds

5.3.6 Others

5.4 By Geography

5.4.1 United States

5.4.2 Canada

5.4.3 Rest of North America

6 Competitive Landscape

6.1 Market Concentration

6.2 Strategic Moves

6.3 Market Share Analysis

6.4 Company Profiles (includes Global level Overview, Market level overview, Core Segments, Financials as available, Strategic Information, Market Rank/Share for key companies, Products & Services, and Recent Developments)

6.4.1 BlackRock

6.4.2 PIMCO

6.4.3 The Vanguard Group

6.4.4 Franklin Templeton

6.4.5 Fidelity Investments

6.4.6 State Street Global Advisors

6.4.7 JPMorgan Asset Management

6.4.8 Goldman Sachs Asset Management

6.4.9 T. Rowe Price

6.4.10 Capital Group

6.4.11 Invesco

6.4.12 Wellington Management

6.4.13 Northern Trust Asset Management

6.4.14 Federated Hermes

6.4.15 DoubleLine Capital

6.4.16 Dodge & Cox

6.4.17 AllianceBernstein

6.4.18 Loomis Sayles (Natixis IM platform but widely treated as a primary brand)

6.4.19 Nuveen

6.4.20 PGIM (if you prefer to list the asset manager brand instead of Prudential Financial)

7 Market Opportunities & Future Outlook

For more information about this report visit https://www.researchandmarkets.com/r/hcnlx0

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