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The Waystone Cayman Islands Update – Q1 2025
Welcome to our Cayman update which will provide you with a quarterly review of a wide range of Cayman Islands…
February 14, 2025
Hedge Funds:
Streamlining Operations and Ensuring Compliance with Outsourced Administration
Outsourcing hedge fund administration is a strategic solution for managers to achieving greater scale, faster time to market and enhanced…
February 11, 2025
Opportunities in the UAE for Global Fund Managers:
Market Access and Benefits of an Independent Management Company
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a vibrant and rapidly growing international financial centre, offering a wealth of…
January 30, 2025
CIMA’s Corporate Governance Update: Enhancing Oversight in Investment Funds
On 14 April 2023, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (“CIMA”) issued the Statement of Guidance on Corporate Governance for Mutual…
January 23, 2025
Five Trends Driving the Growing Shift to Outsourcing Administration
The past decade has been transformative for the asset management industry, marked by increasing regulatory requirements and operational complexities, heightened…
January 21, 2025
Operational Due Diligence and Independent Fund Directors: Working Together to Broaden Expertise and Advance Industry Standards
Building on the concepts outlined in Waystone’s earlier marketing piece, Operational Due Diligence and Independent Fund Directors: Collaborating for Success,…
January 9, 2025
2025 Outlook: Evolving Models and Strategies in Asset Management
In 2024, the asset management industry experienced significant growth, with global assets under management (AUM) reaching a record $132 trillion…
January 6, 2025
Private Credit Valuations and Retail Investors: Key Trends for 2025
The Private Credit market is poised for significant growth as we approach 2025, driven by evolving regulatory frameworks, technological advancements…
December 11, 2024
Waystone ETF roundtable: A practical guide to building an ETF business
The unique appeal of Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), which combine the trading flexibility of stocks with the diversified holdings of…
November 29, 2024
As funds grow in complexity, outsourcing fund administration takes centre stage
As funds evolve with increasing complexity, fund managers are increasingly turning to third-party specialists for essential support.
November 7, 2024
Waystone tops independent ManCo/AIFM rankings in the UK
Waystone, a leading provider of specialist services to the global asset management industry, has been named as the largest independent…
November 4, 2024
Essential Strategies for Secure Administration: Proactively Managing Risk
As administration becomes more complex and regulatory landscapes more demanding, fund managers must adopt a proactive approach to risk management.
October 8, 2024
Operational Due Diligence and Independent Fund Directors: Collaborating for Success
In the complex world of investment management, the relationship between Operational Due Diligence (ODD) professionals and independent fund directors has…
September 11, 2024
Entering the European ETF Market: Key Considerations and Steps
Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have emerged as versatile and popular investment vehicles, offering exposure to a wide range of asset classes,…
September 10, 2024
Futureproofing asset management: Key strategies to succeed
Futureproofing asset management isn’t just about addressing current needs but ensuring that the infrastructure, technology and processes are adaptable to…
August 28, 2024
Frequently Asked Questions about ETFs
Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) have evolved far beyond their initial role as passive investment vehicles. Today, they are dynamic wrappers that…
August 28, 2024
A perfect storm for alternative lending
Waystone’s Director, Client Solutions, Eamon Lyons, was recently featured in Spotlight Credit Funds Magazine, where he provided insight into how…
May 3, 2023
Renewable energy insights: Growing investor interest and opportunities
Waystone’s director of ESG, Rebecca Palmer, was recently featured in Net Zero Investor where she provided insight into what to…
April 27, 2023