Women to Inherit $9 Trillion in Upcoming Wealth Transfers

The 'horizontal wealth transfer' will see a significant shift in wealth management and philanthropic landscapes as women inherit assets from spouses.

UBS reports $84 trillion will be passed down over the next 20-30 years, with $9 trillion going to spouses, primarily women.
Women are expected to hold onto inherited wealth for an average of four years before passing it to the next generation.
The trend will reshape wealth management, with women becoming key decision-makers in financial and investment sectors.
Luxury brands and philanthropic causes are adapting to the increasing financial influence of women.
The Americas will see the largest horizontal wealth transfers, with over 50% of the world's transferable wealth.