Waystone

We're delighted to support Pictet Asset Management on the launch of its first European AI enhanced equity active UCITS ETF range. Through Waystone’s European ETF solution, we're providing comprehensive support across product structuring, capital markets, listings and management company services, enabling a fast and cost-effective route to market. This launch reflects the growing demand from established managers to enter the ETF space with confidence, supported by scalable, specialist solutions. Congratulations to the team at Pictet Asset Management! Read more: https://lnkd.in/eAx4w-8H

How do you scale a private credit platform without losing control?   As private credit strategies expand across multiple funds, SPVs and jurisdictions, managers face growing demands around transparency, reporting, governance and operational oversight.   The challenge is no longer simply growth. It is maintaining control as complexity increases.   In this article, we look at why fund administration and operational infrastructure are now strategic priorities for private credit managers and how the right operating model can support growth with consistency, transparency and confidence.   Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gfuX38QS

Is your fund administration model keeping pace with your business?  If not, it may be time to ask whether it's still the right fit.   The role of fund administration has evolved. Today, fund managers need more than accurate reporting and operational delivery. They need a strategic partner that combines expertise, consistent communication, scalable technology, and the flexibility to support growth.   As part of our Built to Flex series, Gavan McGuire, Managing Director – European Head of Business Development for Administration Solutions, discusses what fund managers should expect from a modern fund administration partner, how the right partnership can support long-term growth, and when it may be time to make a change.   Find out what today's fund managers should expect from a modern fund administration partner in the video below.

Across global private markets, the landscape is evolving.   Regulators and allocators increasingly expect firms to demonstrate greater transparency at the asset level, with clear oversight of ownership structures, related parties and ongoing risk exposure.   Mark Sheehan, Product Lead – Ancillary Services at Waystone, explores the increasing demand for greater transparency and oversight across private markets.   Discover how Waystone's KYA solution helps private markets firms gain deeper insight into their underlying assets and meet evolving transparency requirements.   Find out more: https://lnkd.in/ex_quM-8

Waystone has been shortlisted across multiple categories at the upcoming US Hedge Fund Services Awards. 🏆   The awards, organized by With Intelligence, recognize firms demonstrating innovation, strong client outcomes and leadership in supporting the evolving needs of the asset management industry.   We have been shortlisted in the following categories: ✅ Best administrator – overall ✅ Best administrator: client service – established managers ✅ Best offshore governance firm ✅ Best advisory firm – regulation and compliance.   Being shortlisted across both administration and advisory categories highlights the breadth of our platform and our continued focus on delivering integrated solutions that support clients across the full lifecycle of their operations.   This speaks to the strength and depth of our teams, who continue to support clients across jurisdictions and evolving regulatory environments. We also thank our clients and partners for their continued trust and collaboration.   Learn more about the awards here: https://lnkd.in/grj-4skS

💡What’s next for active ETFs In Europe? With the active ETF market accelerating, the next phase won’t be defined by scale alone. In this video, Paul Heffernan – CEO of Waystone ETFs, and Henry Glynn – Head of ETF Capital Markets & Distribution at Waystone, discuss the market shift from enhanced index strategies to true active strategies and where momentum is building, including: ✅How managers are thinking about differentiation ✅Product innovation for active strategies ✅What this means for distribution ✅How increasing sophistication is reshaping pricing. Watch the discussion below.

In our recent article, we explored why self-administration can be difficult to sustain as private equity platforms scale (link in the comments).   Today we’re sharing a case study that highlights how private equity managers are responding in practice.   As investor expectations continue to rise and operational complexity grows, many firms are transitioning from self-administration to institutional-grade administration models designed to support future growth.   We examine how private equity managers are reducing operational risk, strengthening governance, improving reporting flexibility and creating scalable infrastructure capable of supporting future funds, strategies and investor requirements.   Read the full case study here: https://lnkd.in/eCxrc-6W

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Richard Larnder as Chief Financial Officer at Waystone. Richard will lead our financial strategy as we continue to strengthen our global platform and support clients across an increasingly complex regulatory and operating environment. Bringing over 20 years of experience operating within international services organisations, and deep expertise across financial strategy, governance, capital management and M&A, Richard has a strong track record of building scalable finance functions that support sustainable growth. Welcome to Waystone, Richard 👏 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eBpmTf4z

How do fund managers scale as expectations rise and complexity grows? Over the coming weeks, we'll be sharing our “Fund Administration in Practice” series, a collection of articles and case studies exploring how fund managers across different asset classes are responding to rising investor expectations, regulatory complexity and operational demands. We begin this week with private equity, exploring how a growing number of private equity managers are reassessing self-administration to enable scale and reduce risk. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eje8ymU6

We’re proud to share that Waystone has been named “Best advisory firm – regulation and compliance” at the 2026 APAC Hedge Fund Services Awards. 🏆 Hosted by With Intelligence, the awards celebrate excellence across the hedge fund services ecosystem, recognising firms that demonstrate innovation, client impact and leadership in supporting the evolving needs of the asset management industry. This award highlights the continued focus of our Compliance Solutions team on helping clients navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, delivering practical guidance and building robust frameworks that support growth with confidence. This is driven by the expertise, dedication and commitment of our team in supporting clients every day. As regulatory expectations continue to evolve, our approach is centred on combining deep local expertise with a global perspective to help firms stay aligned and well-prepared. Learn more about Waystone’s Compliance Solutions here: https://lnkd.in/e5FTphYM Thank you to our clients and partners for their continued trust and support. 👉 Find out more about the awards here: https://lnkd.in/esy3YdhG Elaine Chow, Winnie Hon, Paco Yik, Leo Wong, Paul Xie