Conflicts of interest - the sequel to the 2018 blockbuster arrives in 2026

Conflicts of interest are one of the trickiest issues in advice businesses - and they’re not going away in 2026.

Episode #5 of Encore's Big Six Insights of 2026 revisits this ongoing challenge.

The separation of product and advice remains unfinished business. As structures grow more layered and profit pools reconnect, the illusion of independence becomes harder to defend. The question for 2026 isn’t whether conflicts exist. It’s whether the profession chooses to confront them before regulation forces the issue again.

The Insight: Successfully managing conflicts isn’t just about ticking regulatory boxes - it’s about building systems, culture, and processes that protect clients and the business simultaneously.

Watch Episode 5 to understand the strategies and frameworks that help advice firms operate with integrity and scale confidently.