As the first quarter of 2026 ends, top-of-mind trends in the financial services industry include deregulation, global adoption of artificial intelligence and recent fraud legislation in the UK. We examine these trends below. … READ MORE >
Financial services trends spotlight: IPO market, cyber insurance, BNPL
This month, we highlight initial public offering market activity, cyber insurance growth and updates on the “buy now, pay later” space. … READ MORE >
Asset management firms are optimistic on Q3 earnings calls as private asset demand rises
Firms mostly focused on increasing inflows and fee revenues, as well as growing their assets under management in Q3; some even reported the best results in their history. … READ MORE >
Key trends from Q1 2024 asset management earnings calls
A competitive fundraising environment, shifting retirement income needs, continued private credit demand and economic headwinds are continuing to shape the landscape for asset managers. … READ MORE >
Asset management trends: Key takeaways from third-quarter earnings calls
Asset management firm executives highlighted opportunities in the insurance space, discussed the continued demand for private credit and reiterated the importance of operational excellence. … READ MORE >
SEC expands regulation of private fund advisers
These rules will require registered advisers to private funds to provide quarterly statements to investors, obtain annual audits for the private funds they advise, and obtain either a fairness opinion or valuation opinion in connection with any adviser-led secondary transaction. … READ MORE >