Funds industry

This week’s fund administration round-up features SS&C, Langham Hall, Vistra, TMF Group, Aztec Group, Suntera Global, Ogier Global, JTC, Arcmont and Oak Group. 

Vincent Clause, global head of funds strategy and product development at Euroclear, discusses trends in the fund distribution world, along with the impact of new technologies and the evolving nature of the investment landscape. 

The post-trade services provider said that the partnership with Standard Chartered will allow full compliance, improve custodial support, and grant access for retail investors. 

Global Custodian recently sat down with Jersey Finance’s America's lead Philip Pirecki and head of funds Elliot Refson, to discuss the importance of innovation within an international fund centre.  

In the competitive world of European asset servicing, Pictet Asset Services stands as a boutique offering tailoring solutions for active investors seeking custody services. Rob Lowe, market head at Pictet Asset Services, shares insights on current trends and the firm’s strategies for navigating regulatory complexities and industry movements. 

US-based issuers will be able to issue bonds via the CMU platform to access both markets through the Southbound Bond Connect channel.

A Luxembourg bank has enhanced its fund management operations by appointing Euroclear FundsPlace as its fund manager. 

With the expansion, Euroclear Bank will be able to boost operational efficiencies for market users and streamline collateral management. 

In collaboration with ABN AMRO, Wellington Management and WisdomTree, Citi found that smart-contract capabilities could provide unique efficiencies not found in traditional assets. 

The new deal expands the existing relationship between the two organisations, which saw €10 billion of iCapital funds invested through Clearstream.