Articles
Europe’s ETF Horizon:
Our 6 Predictions for 2026
Europe’s ETF market is entering a new phase of growth and evolution. With record inflows, accelerating product innovation, and regulatory…
January 22, 2026
Trading Up: Why Hedge Fund Managers are Transforming Their Fund Administration… and Fast
The third quarter of 2025 saw the global hedge fund industry post record growth for the eighth consecutive quarter, with…
January 16, 2026
Data at the Core: How Emerging Asset Classes Are Reshaping Fund Administration
Alternative asset management sits in a wide spectrum of investment infrastructure, from private equity, hedge funds and real estate to…
January 9, 2026
Forces Reshaping Fund Administration in 2026
2025 was a year of regulatory pressure, unpredictable geopolitics, shifting interest-rate dynamics and accelerating investor expectations. Managers faced tightening liquidity,…
January 2, 2026
Next-Generation Hedge Fund Administration in 2025 and Beyond
In a market where global hedge fund capital reached a record of almost $5 trillion in Q3 2025, fund administration…
December 19, 2025
Cayman Islands CRS Amendments: Key Changes
The Cayman Islands Department of International Tax Cooperation (DITC) has announced significant amendments to the Common Reporting Standard (CRS) Regulations.
December 9, 2025
Free Zone or Onshore? Making the Right Choice for Fund Distribution in the UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to position itself as a gateway to the Middle East for global fund managers…
December 4, 2025
The ETF Revolution: ETFs and the Next Chapter for Ireland
The global ETF market has moved well beyond its origins as a simple index-tracking tool. Today, ETFs are transforming asset…
December 4, 2025
Enhancing Family Offices Through Governance and Operational Oversight
Family offices have a long history in the financial sector and continue to evolve beyond fundamental wealth management.
November 17, 2025
Valuation Pressures in Luxembourg’s Private Markets: Getting It Right in a Higher-Rate Environment
As USD interest rates remain elevated and liquidity conditions tighten, valuation practices across private markets in Luxembourg are under scrutiny.
October 21, 2025
Scaling with Confidence: A Fund Administration Roadmap for Private Equity Managers
As a private equity firm evolves, the operational demands multiply. What begins as a tightly managed, founder-led process can quickly…
September 24, 2025
Launching an ELTIF: How U.S. fund managers can access the EU market through a Third Party AIFM
As U.S. fund managers seek to expand into Europe, the European Long Term Investment Fund (ELTIF) offers a unique gateway…
September 9, 2025
Governance Matters in Evergreen Funds: The Role of the Independent Director
Private markets have seen a notable rise in the popularity of evergreen fund structures in recent years driven by the…
August 21, 2025
How AI and Data Centres are Reshaping Real Asset Investing in the UK
Data centres are rapidly moving to the forefront of infrastructure needs, powering the AI revolution but also driving electricity demand…
August 18, 2025
Beyond Compliance: The Role of Transfer Agents in Addressing Vulnerability Under UK Consumer Duty
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has introduced the Consumer Duty, setting higher standards for consumer protection across financial services.
July 31, 2025
Distribution in the UAE: A Long-Term Strategy that Delivers
In this Q&A, Selma Coffey, Head of Distribution Solutions at Waystone, outlines why lasting success in the UAE begins with…
June 19, 2025
The Digital Evolution of Investor Engagement: Why Transfer Agencies Matter More Than Ever
The current generational wealth transfer is reshaping the world of investment. An estimated $68 trillion will pass from Baby Boomers…
June 3, 2025
The Cayman Islands: Delivering at the Highest Standards
Waystone’s Country Head of the Cayman Islands, Alaina Danley, recently contributed a piece to The Alternative Investor, where she explores…
May 27, 2025