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Dealing with the Governance and Liquidity Challenges in Private-Credit ETFs

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The recent introduction of the innovative private-credit ETF by State Street, in partnership with Apollo, marks a notable advancement in financial product offerings. It attempts to bridge the historically stark divide between the liquidity-focused nature of ETFs and the inherent illiquidity of private credit assets. While this innovation opens new horizons for investors seeking diversified […]

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The Future of Private Markets: Why Real-Time Oversight is a Game-Changer

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The private markets revolution is in full swing. A staggering 86% of private equity firms expect alternative investments to dominate retail portfolios within the next five years, while 97% of asset managers report strong retail demand for private equity and real estate. This surge in retail interest—coupled with the rapid growth of European Long-Term Investment

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Navigating the ELTIF Wave: Why Real-Time Oversight is More Critical Than Ever

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The European Long-Term Investment Fund (ELTIF) market is undergoing a significant transformation. With private credit surpassing private equity as the leading asset class for new ELTIF launches and more new products authorized in 2024 than in the previous three years combined, the demand for robust oversight and risk management has never been higher. Regulatory changes,

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Global Regulatory Shifts: What They Mean for Fund Distribution Oversight

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The asset management industry is experiencing rapid regulatory changes that significantly impact fund distribution oversight. From MiFID II and UCITS in the EU to evolving SEC guidelines in the U.S. and new cross-border rules in Asia, asset managers face growing complexity in ensuring compliance. Fund Guardian, a SaaS platform with real-time oversight capabilities, equips management

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Navigating the Distribution Challenges of ELTIF 2.0: A Practical Guide for AIFMs

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As the alternative investment industry eagerly welcomed the launch of ELTIF 2.0, a wave of optimism was building around the potential influx of retail investor capital into long-term assets. However, beneath this excitement lies a critical factor that could determine the success or failure of these new vehicles: the operational readiness of asset managers, service

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