WineCap Wealth Report 2024: US Edition
In an era of economic uncertainty and shifting investment trends, alternative assets are gaining unprecedented traction. The 2024 WineCap Wealth Report (US edition) offers a comprehensive analysis of the fine wine market, uncovering key trends that highlight its burgeoning appeal. As fine wine transitions from a passion asset to a mainstream investment, the report explores the demographic shifts, technological advancements, and the factors driving demand.
Methodology and demographic
In April 2024, WineCap surveyed 50 US-based full-time wealth and investment managers to gauge their views and sentiments towards fine wine investment. The respondents included 35 wealth managers, eight financial intermediaries/advisers, and seven independent financial advisers. The research was conducted via an online questionnaire. For annual comparisons, the report takes into account responses from a similar survey conducted in April 2023.
Key findings
- Changing demographics: One in three high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) in the US now invests in fine wine. While some begin as collectors, the majority are experienced investors drawn to fine wine for its stability.
- Rising demand for collectibles: Fine wine emerged as the leading collectible asset. According to our survey, 84% of US wealth managers anticipate an increase in demand over the next year.
- Enhanced market liquidity: There has been a 14% increase in investor confidence regarding market liquidity, driven by advanced technology that enhances the trading experience and security.
- Stability: 74% of respondents see fine wine’s stability through different market environments as the top reason to invest in it.
- Universal value: 92% of US wealth managers recognize the benefits of fine wine being an asset of universal value, not pegged to USD.
- Diversity: Survey respondents indicated that greater awareness of fine wine’s role in diversifying traditional portfolios could attract more clients.
The 2024 WineCap Wealth Report underscores the growing sophistication and accessibility of fine wine as an investment. As new generations of investors seek diversification and stability away from traditional financial markets, fine wine emerges not only as a stable asset but also as a leader in the collectibles market.
The integration of advanced technology, the expanding appeal of sustainable investing, and the strategic adjustments in response to economic conditions highlight fine wine’s unique position in the investment landscape.
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Three reasons why the Brexit deal will prevent customers from paying more for their wine.
Ever since the UK voted to leave the European Union in 2016, trade talks and negotiations between the two sides had been full of uncertainty, posturing and brinkmanship which at times made it feel like a deal was unobtainable. So, the news that a trade deal – now ratified by the UK Parliament - had been struck on Christmas Eve last year was met with welcome relief across all industry sectors on both sides of the Channel and especially by those looking to invest in wine.
1. The costly VI-1 import documentation for UK and EU wines is no longer going to be introduced in July as previously planned. Taking its place will be a straightforward Wine Import Certificate which asks for basic producer and product information. This means far less admin and fees for wine importers, which in turn means no extra costs will be passed on to customers.
2. Crucially, wines will not have to undergo lab assessment for the new Wine Import Certificate. Submitting wines for lab analysis would have caused backlogs of wines which would have created frustrating shipment delays.
3. While UK wine importers are going to have to get to grips with new processes and forms over the coming months, this is just part of the anticipated bedding-in period which will become second nature as time goes on and as new processes are established.
With the previous uncertainty around Brexit having disappeared with the end of the transition period and with 2021 looking to mirror previous years of healthy returns for fine wine, contact us to speak to one of our advisors about creating your portfolio to invest in wine.
