Custody Service Market Growth Drivers and Forecast by 2031

Historic Data: 2021-2023   |   Base Year: 2023   |   Forecast Period: 2023-2031

Custody Service Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Services (Core Custody Services, Ancillary Services, Core Depository Services, Other Administrative Services); Type (Equity, Fixed Income, Alternative Assets, Others); and Geography

  • Report Date : Sep 2025
  • Report Code : TIPRE00039093
  • Category : Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance
  • Status : Data Released
  • Available Report Formats : pdf-format excel-format
  • No. of Pages : 150
Page Updated: May 2024

AI overview of Custody Service Market


The Custody Service Market is poised for significant growth, projected to reach a market size of US$ 82.46 billion by 2031, up from US$ 41.53 billion in 2023, reflecting a robust CAGR of 9.0% during the forecast period from 2023 to 2031. This growth is driven by an increase in institutional investments and a rising demand for secure asset management solutions. Notably, the market is witnessing a trend towards digital asset management, particularly in custodial services for crypto assets. As the Custody Service Market evolves, opportunities in emerging markets and the development of blockchain-based custody services are expected to further enhance market share and growth. This Custody Service Market Report provides a comprehensive analysis of these trends and forecasts.


The custody service market size is expected to grow from US$ 41.53 billion in 2023 to US$ 82.46 billion by 2031; it is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 9.0% from 2023 to 2031. The custody service market includes growth prospects owing to the current custody service market trends and their foreseeable impact during the forecast period. The custody service market is growing due to an increase in cryptocurrencies and the growing financial industry. Technological integration and the rise of digital asset custody platforms provide lucrative opportunities for the custody service market growth.

Custody Service Market Analysis

  • Custody services refer to the safekeeping and management of financial assets on behalf of clients.
  • Custody services are provided by banks, broker-dealers, and other financial institutions that have the necessary infrastructure and expertise to protect and manage assets. These assets may range from stocks and bonds to cash, real estate, and other types of investments.
  • A bank's custody services usually involve the settlement, reporting, and storage of its clients' cash and marketable securities. Lending securities to qualified borrowers on a short-term basis might enable a client to earn additional revenue on custody assets.

Custody Service Market Industry Overview

  • The custody service market is all about keeping valuable assets safe for individuals and institutions. Organizations in the custody service market provide a range of services, including safekeeping, settlement, and reporting.
  • In recent years, the custody service industry has been growing steadily due to increased globalization and complexity in financial markets. More investors are seeking reliable custodians to safeguard their assets and ensure compliance with regulations.
  • With the rise of digital assets like cryptocurrencies, the custody service market is evolving to include secure storage solutions for these new types of assets.
  • Key players in the custody service market include banks, financial institutions, and specialized custody providers.

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Custody Service Market: Strategic Insights

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Custody Service Market Driver

Increasing Financial Industry To Drive The Custody Service Market

  • As the financial industry expands, more people and businesses will invest in various assets like stocks, bonds, and cryptocurrencies. With this growth, the need for safekeeping and managing these assets also increases.
  • Custody services act like a secure vault for these assets, ensuring they are protected and managed properly.
  • Thus, as the financial industry grows, the demand for custody services will also rise, creating the need for custody firms to provide their essential services to a larger market of investors.

Custody Service Market Report Segmentation Analysis

  • Based on services, the custody service market is segmented into core custody services, ancillary services, core depository services, and other administrative services. The core custody services segment is expected to hold a substantial custody service market share in 2023.
  • The core custody services segment is also expected to hold the highest CAGR over the forecast period. Core custody services are crucial for institutional investors, such as pension funds, hedge funds, and asset managers, to ensure the security and integrity of their investment portfolios.

Custody Service Market Share Analysis By Geography

The scope of the custody service market is primarily divided into five regions - North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America. North America is experiencing rapid growth and is anticipated to hold a significant custody service market share. The custody services market in North America was robust, driven by the growth of digital assets and increasing demand for secure storage solutions.

Custody Service Market Regional Insights

The regional trends and factors influencing the Custody Service Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at The Insight Partners. This section also discusses Custody Service Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

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Custody Service Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market size in 2023 US$ 41.53 Billion
Market Size by 2031 US$ 82.46 Billion
Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) 9.0%
Historical Data 2021-2023
Forecast period 2023-2031
Segments Covered By Services
  • Core Custody Services
  • Ancillary Services
  • Core Depository Services
  • Other Administrative Services
By Type
  • Equity
  • Fixed Income
  • Alternative Assets
Regions and Countries Covered North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
South and Central America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South and Central America
Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa
Market leaders and key company profiles
  • JPMorgan Chase & Co.
  • HSBC Holdings PLC
  • Citigroup Inc.
  • Wells Fargo & Company
  • BNP Paribas
  • UBS AG
  • Deutsche Bank AG
  • HDFC Bank Ltd.
  • ICICI Bank Ltd

  • Custody Service Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics

    The Custody Service Market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.

    Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.

    Major Companies operating in the Custody Service Market are:

    1. JPMorgan Chase & Co.
    2. HSBC Holdings PLC
    3. Citigroup Inc.
    4. Wells Fargo & Company
    5. BNP Paribas

    Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.


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    The "Custody Service Market Analysis" was carried out based on services, type, and geography. On the basis of service type, the market is segmented into core custody services, ancillary services, core depository services, and other administrative services. Based on type, the market is segmented into equity, fixed income, alternative assets, and others. Based on geography, the market is segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East & Africa, and South America.

    Custody Service Market News and Recent Developments

    Companies adopt inorganic and organic strategies such as mergers and acquisitions in the custody service market. A few recent key market developments are listed below:

    • In November 2023, HSBC announced its plans to launch a custody service for storing blockchain-based assets, excluding cryptocurrency, in 2024. The service, which is a partnership with Swiss digital asset firm Metaco, will allow institutional clients to store blockchain-based tokens representing traditional financial assets, as opposed to crypto or stablecoins.

    [Source: HSBC, Company Website]

    • In September 2023, TCS extended its partnership with Standard Bank Group (SBG), Africa's largest custodian bank, to centralize and standardize custody and securities settlement operations across more than 15 markets. This partnership aimed to upgrade SBG's platform with next-gen tech, enabling cloud-based critical business operations by 2026.

    [Source: TCS, Company Website]

    Custody Service Market Report Coverage & Deliverables

    The custody service market forecast is estimated based on various secondary and primary research findings, such as key company publications, association data, and databases. The market report "Custody Service Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)" provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas-

    • Market size & forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope.
    • Market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities.
    • Key future trends.
    • Detailed PEST & SWOT analysis
    • Global and regional market analysis covering key market trends, key players, regulations, and recent market developments.
    • Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, key players, and recent developments.
    • Detailed company profiles.

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Which are the key players holding the major market share of the custody service market?
    The key players holding majority shares in the global custody service market are JPMorgan Chase & Co.; HSBC Holdings PLC; Citigroup Inc.; Wells Fargo & Company; and Deutsche Bank AG.
    2
    What will be the market size for the global custody service market by 2031?
    The global custody service market is expected to reach US$ 82.46 billion by 2031.
    3
    What is the estimated market size for the global custody service market in 2023? 
    The global custody service market was estimated to be US$ 41.53 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 9.0 % during 2023 - 2031.
    4
    What are the future trends of the global custody service market?
    The rise of digital asset custody platforms is anticipated to play a significant role in the global custody service market in the coming years.
    5
    What are the driving factors impacting the global custody service market?
    The increase in cryptocurrencies and the increasing financial industry are the major factors that propel the global custody service market.
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