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2025 insights and podcasts

Geopolitics, markets and investment

In the last decade, geopolitical events have moved from external risks for the market to direct influencers on its parameters and behaviours. International politics are driving economic outcomes, including inflation, interest rates and capital flows.

28 Aug 2026

Why better data wins in alternatives

In 2026, data quality, risk management and standardisation are not optional extras for alternative fund managers – they are strategic imperatives.

18 Jun 2026

From experimentation to execution

Explore how firms are moving from experimentation to execution with AI, tokenisation and cybersecurity, and why collaboration is key to unlock digital transformation.

26 May 2026

Agentic AI: What it means for funds and why 2026 is the year to pay attention

Agentic AI is reshaping fund operations. Discover how autonomous agents boost efficiency, enhance diligence and transform investor servicing in 2026.

21 Apr 2026

Liquidity under pressure: Fund strategy in a higher-rate environment

Private funds face tighter liquidity in a higher‑rate environment. Learn how managers use NAV facilities, hedging and conservative leverage to stay resilient.

14 Apr 2026

Five trends shaping alternative investments in 2026

The funds industry faces a transformative 2026 as market forces, regulation, and investor shifts reshape private markets.

05 Jan 2026

Making AI work in financial services

James Clark explores how AI is transforming financial services. Boosting productivity, enhancing CX and driving real business impact.

08 Dec 2025

Financing continuation vehicles

We explore how continuation vehicles are reshaping private markets and key strategies for fund financing, risk management, and debt structuring

24 Nov 2025