Skip to main content

Events for you

From webinars to in-person regional events, find out what’s coming up! Browse Events
Back to Resources

Retirementals Podcast - Episode 32: Unlocking the Secrets of the Passive Revolution with Chris Hayes

By Timeline 04 Apr 2023
2 min read

 

The Passive Revolution Report

In a recent episode of Adviser 3.0 The Podcast, Abraham Okusanya speaks with Chris Hayes, Senior Data Analyst at Common Wealth. Chris co-authored the report The Passive Revolution with Adrienne Buller, which explores the rise of index investing and its impact on markets and society.

Index vs Active Investing

The conversation examines the ongoing debate between index investing and active investing. Chris explains how index funds have grown rapidly by offering low-cost, diversified exposure, while raising questions about market efficiency and concentration.

The Growth of Passive Strategies

Chris highlights the explosive growth of passive strategies over the past two decades and the implications for both advisers and clients. He also discusses the relationship between passive and active investors, and how each plays a role in market dynamics.

Transparency and Investor Outcomes

A recurring theme is the issue of transparency in both active and passive approaches. Chris argues that greater disclosure and understanding are essential to ensure that clients achieve the best possible outcomes.

The Future of Investing

Looking ahead, Chris shares his perspective on how index investing will continue to evolve and what advisers should watch for as passive strategies become an ever-larger part of the market.

Why Advisers Should Listen

For advisers, this episode provides essential insights into one of the most important shifts in modern investing. It offers clarity on the opportunities and challenges of passive investing and the lessons for client portfolios.

To hear the full discussion, tune in to Adviser 3.0 The Podcast or explore more insights on Timeline.

Related resources:

Retirementals Podcast - Episode 26: How Tina

By Timeline

The Power of Passive: Why Index Funds Belong in

By Northern Trust Asset Management

Vanguard’s Adviser Research Centre - RECAP

By Vanguard

©2025 Timeline Holdings Ltd. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy VAT number 437083884.
Timeline Portfolios Limited is incorporated under the laws of England and Wales, RC: 11557205, and is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (number 840807). 70 Gracechurch Street 4th Floor, London, EC3V 0HR 
Past performance is no guarantee of future return. The value of investments and the income from them can go down as well as up. You may get back less than you invest. Transaction costs, taxes and inflation reduce investment returns.