The Rise of the Administered Fund: Cayman’s Middle-Ground Solution
As the global investment fund landscape continues to evolve, fund managers are increasingly looking for vehicles that strike the right balance between regulatory credibility and investor accessibility. The Cayman Islands—long a dominant jurisdiction in the offshore fund industry—has responded to this need with a unique and often underutilized structure: the Administered Fund. Registered under Section […]
Avenue Connection 2025: A Week of Innovation, Insights, and Global Opportunity
Last week, Catalyst joined partners, investors, and advisors at Avenue Connection 2025, a gathering that brought Brazil’s financial community together to discuss how investors can better access and navigate global opportunities. It was a week full of conversations about innovation, compliance, and the evolving role of technology in wealth and estate planning. One of our […]
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 to Sponsor Avenue Connection 2025 in São Paulo
Catalyst is pleased to announce its participation as a Gold Sponsor of Avenue Connection 2025, the leading international investment summit taking place in São Paulo on the 16th and 17th July, 2025. Spanning two days, the event brings together global asset managers, retail investors, financial institutions, and banking partners to explore the evolving landscape of […]
Catalyst Expands Brazilian Presence: Opening a New Office in São Paulo
Brazil has long been a key market for Catalyst, where we have earned a reputation as a trusted partner for investment managers and private clients seeking expert support with their offshore structures. As our presence in the region continues to grow, we are excited to announce the opening of our new São Paulo office—an important […]
Catalyst Unveils Leadership and Governance Enhancements
Investment and Leadership Evolution to Drive Growth, Innovation, and Operational Excellence The Catalyst Group (“Catalyst” or “the firm”), a global leader in innovative financial services and fund administration, is proud to announce a significant milestone. Following a transformative investment from Aquiline, a private investment specialist, Catalyst has undertaken major updates to its leadership and governance […]
Catalyst to accelerate growth and innovation strategy with investment from Aquiline
Catalyst Global Financial Group (Cayman) Ltd. (“Catalyst” or the “firm”), an innovative international financial services and technology firm, announces a significant growth investment from Aquiline, a private investment specialist with $11.3 billion of assets under management that invests across financial services and technology. Catalyst is a financial services firm, offering fund administration, corporate services and […]
Understanding the Recent Changes to the Cayman Islands Beneficial Ownership Reporting Regime
In an effort to enhance transparency and align with international standards, the Cayman Islands has introduced significant changes to its Beneficial Ownership Reporting Regime. This article aims to provide investment managers, corporate entities, and family offices with a clear understanding of these changes, their implications, and the necessary steps to ensure compliance BACKGROUND […]
Catalyst Group Welcomes Former Itaú Head of Fiduciary Services as Managing Director – Corporate Services & Client Accounting
Daniel joins Catalyst from Itaú Private Bank, where he served as the Head of Fiduciary Services and was instrumental in the strategic development and management of Itaú Bank & Trust operations in the Bahamas and Cayman Islands. His tenure at Itaú saw him revolutionize the Corporate, Trust, and Fund Administration areas, driving significant growth and […]
Understanding the New Private Fund Adviser Reforms from the SEC
In an August 23rd meeting, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted new rules that seek to increase transparency within the private funds industry; an industry responsible for managing more that $26 trillion in assets. The new rules mandate registered private fund advisers to expand disclosures to their investors, including quarterly reports on performance and […]