Catalyst Supports Caymanian Student-Athlete Embarking on Academic and Athletic Journey to Texas
Mentorship and Sponsorship Helps Propel Footballer’s Next Step in U.S. Seventeen-year-old Ajani Carnegie, a Caymanian student and promising footballer, has relocated to Austin, Texas to begin the next phase of his academic and athletic journey. Ajani, a former student of Cayman Prep & High School, has been accepted into St. Stephen’s Episcopal School — a […]
A Catalyst for Change: Daniel Amorim on Innovation in Private Investment Management
In this exclusive interview, Daniel Amorim—Managing Director at The Catalyst Group—discusses how Catalyst is transforming private investment management for UHNWIs. With a focus on real-time access, digital execution, and next-gen control, Daniel shares what inspired the launch of Catalyst Core and why the future of fiduciary services lies in technology-first solutions. With over two decades […]
Catalyst Deep Dive | Episode 1: Brazil’s Offshore Wealth – Post-Reform Tax and Succession Strategies
The global landscape for wealth structuring is shifting — and nowhere is that more evident than in Brazil. In this special episode of Catalyst Deep Dive, our expert hosts break down the impact of Brazil’s sweeping 2023 tax reforms on offshore wealth planning. With clear insights, this conversation is essential listening for anyone managing or […]
Why Singapore is considered the alternative to Hong Kong to establish Caymanian base in Asia.
Following our recent article regarding the Cayman Islands delegation, led by Minister of Financial Services & Commerce, The Honourable André Ebanks, MP, visiting Hong Kong and Singapore in efforts to progress long-held plans to open a Cayman Islands Asia office, the Cayman Compass has published and update suggesting that Singapore, rather than Hong Kong is […]
Cayman Cycling Attracts Catalyst Group as Official Race Partner
George Town, Cayman Islands | February 23rd, 2023 – The Catalyst Group (“Catalyst”), a global financial services firm headquartered in George Town, Grand Cayman, has recently announced its partnership with Cayman Cycling, the governing body for cycling in the Cayman Islands. A registered Non-Profit Organization, Cayman Cycling organizes and supports a full calendar of local recreational cycling, […]
Brazilian Funds as Investors: The rationale behind having an Offshore Fund – from a Brazilian perspective. – Duplicate – [#11348]
The Catalyst Group’s Thomaz Monteiro, Senior Associate Director – Compliance, Legal and Governance (Client Experience and General Council), discusses the rationale behind having an offshore fund – from a Brazilian perspective, and the key considerations from a KYC/AML, operations, and costs perspective. Typically, the decision to open a fund in Cayman, or any other equivalent jurisdiction (BVI, Bahamas) by a Brazilian Investment Manager (the “IM”), […]
Analyzing the role of technology in the Cayman Islands investment fund industry in 2023.
The Catalyst Group’s Director – Corporate Development and Strategy, Stuart Wright, answers pertinent questions regarding the role of technology in the Cayman Islands investment fund industry in 2023 and what the implications are for asset managers, investors, and service providers. What have been the most significant changes brought about within the Cayman Islands fund industry […]
Brazilian Funds as Investors: The rationale behind having an Offshore Fund – from a Brazilian perspective.
The Catalyst Group’s Thomaz Monteiro, Senior Associate Director – Compliance, Legal and Governance (Client Experience and General Council), discusses the rationale behind having an offshore fund – from a Brazilian perspective, and the key considerations from a KYC/AML, operations, and costs perspective. Typically, the decision to open a fund in Cayman, or any other equivalent jurisdiction (BVI, Bahamas) by a Brazilian Investment Manager (the “IM”), […]
SEC Adopts Final Rules to Reduce Risk in Clearance and Settlement of Securities
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently adopted final rule changes regarding the clearance and settlement of securities (15 February 2023). The changes will impact the standard settlement cycle for most broker-dealer transactions in securities, shortening it from two business days after the trade date (T+2) to one business day after the trade date […]
BREAKING NEWS | Catalyst Partners Ollie Bearman in 2023 Race Season
Joining him on his journey in Formula 2… The Catalyst Group “Catalyst”, a global financial services firm headquartered in the Cayman Islands, is delighted to announce a partnership with British racing talent Ollie Bearman as he enters the FIA Formula 2 Championship for the 2023 season. 17-year-old Ferrari Academy driver, Ollie Bearman, joins the season with his eyes […]