To test how effectively single family offices operate in practice, M/HQ brought together SFO principals and advisers in a series of roundtables across Switzerland, Hong Kong and the UAE.
A clear message emerged: the establishment of a structure is not evidence of readiness. The real test is whether it can operate, adapt and withstand scrutiny in practice.
Key insights
- Credibility is overtaking optimisation
- Governance defines readiness
- Operational efficiency is now a strategic requirement
- Stability and policy clarity are driving jurisdictional decisions
- Control and privacy remain central to structure design
The paper also considers how ADGM and DIFC frameworks perform against these requirements. Both jurisdictions continue to offer strong legal foundations, flexibility and regulatory credibility, with further development expected in areas such as KYC reuse and financing pathways.
Read the full insights here: SFO Insights: Lessons from M/HQ’s Global Single Family Office Roundtables
