A strength of SEI is that its product shelf of open-end and exchange-traded funds is, on average, offered at a minimal cost, suggesting that it considers what's best for its investor base. On average, fees for funds are in the second-cheapest quintile of respective category peers. Longest-tenured managers’ average tenure within the firm is 12 years, bringing a wealth of knowledge through multiple market cycles and ultimately contributing positively to the rating. SEI has faced above-average manager turnover in the past five years. This is a concern, as long-term stability tends to support positive results.
SEI is an industry-standard asset manager, resulting in an Average Parent Pillar rating.