what is the definition for top-tier AM?

today heard someone says, top tier AM needs to have 600 billion+ AUM.

does size matter?

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how about returns?

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Sure, size matters to an extent, but returns are probably more important.

Larger size allows for greater diversification and generally implies less risk.

Better returns, well, they're better returns, but they probably are more risky.

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