Hawksford was named Fund Administrator of the Year: Client Services at the Private Equity Wire European Awards 2026. Simon Page (pictured), Head of Fund Services, outlines what sets the firm apart and how it is helping clients address current challenges and opportunities.
Intercontinental Exchange Inc, the parent company of the New York Stock Exchange, is partnering with Apollo Global Management to develop a dedicated data infrastructure for the private-credit market, in a bid to bring greater transparency to the $1.8tn sector, according to a report by Bloomberg.
A survey by global financial services provider Apex has found that 85% of respondents say AI is now fully embedded into their private credit activities. The data covers responses from 105 senior leaders in the industry, with the majority reportedly being C-suite executives.
There are 32,000 unsold private equity-backed companies sitting in portfolios right now, carrying an estimated $8tn in valuation (Bain 2026 Global Private Equity Report). That number is not a market opportunity. It is a pressure point.
By Kanav Kalia (pictured), Managing Director, Oxane Parners – Artificial intelligence has become one of the most debated developments in financial services. In some corners of the market, it is framed as transformative, in others, as overhyped. In private credit, the reality sits somewhere in between. AI is neither a
Opensity Solutions has launched a new organisation created by the combination of K2 Services, Epiq GBTS, and Forrest Solutions, reportedly forming the largest end‑to‑end, tech‑enabled managed services organisation focused on serving legal, financial, and professional services firms.
Tech infrastructure and cybersecurity firm Align Managed Services has been selected by 47 Ventures as its strategic technology partner.
By John Spiridis, Vector AIS – In private equity, competitive advantage has traditionally come from deal access, network depth, and portfolio-company value creation. But in today’s environment, where LPs expect institutional transparency, regulators demand precision, and scalability is the ultimate test of maturity, operational excellence has become an integral feature
Citco is a pioneer in independent fund administration for the alternative investment industry, offering scalable and innovative solutions to meet specific needs. Tim Harvey, Head of Client Service for Private Assets, outlines what sets the business apart from its competitors and how it is helping clients deal with both opportunities
Private equity fund managers are at a pivotal point in the global transition to a low-carbon economy. Carbon accounting has evolved into a strategic imperative that drives investment resilience, regulatory alignment, and long-term value creation. This paper explains why robust greenhouse gas measurement and governance now provide a competitive advantage
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