Sustainability Report 2024
Private markets and wealth management: a growing connection
How technology enables broader access to private markets
19 December 2024
Fundraising in alternative assets is complex and evolving. Our comprehensive review explores effective strategies, processes, and tools to enhance efficiency and outcomes across closed- and open-ended funds. Backed by insights from nearly 300 firms, the report examines market standards, key differences in fund types, and impactful fundraising tactics.
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18 December 2024
Holtara, the award-winning sustainability services brand, has announced it has expanded its relationship with the ESG Data Convergence Initiative (EDCI) and become an EDCI Benchmark Partner, enabling Holtara to include EDCI’s benchmarks on its platform.
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (“CSRD”) is redefining accountability and transparency for EU businesses. With the January 2025 compliance deadline looming, companies must tackle detailed requirements under the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (“ESRS”). A dedicated platform now simplifies this process, empowering businesses to meet their obligations with ease.
Adapt your marketing strategy if you want your fund to survive
It’s human nature to want to avoid difficult conversations. When things aren’t going as planned, a common reaction is to bury our heads in the sand or downplay the issue.
John F Kennedy won the popular vote in 1960 by 0.17%. In the wake of a divisive, bad-tempered election, he took over a country split down the middle. At his inauguration, he delivered the ‘Ask not what your country can do for you…’ speech.
12 December 2024
Luxembourg’s alternative funds sector has enjoyed success thanks to a robust ecosystem based on experience and evolution, an audience of around 150 industry experts heard back in October this year.
COP29 in Baku saw progress in climate financing but revealed gaps in NDCs, fossil fuel commitments, and inclusivity. With COP30 in Brazil on the horizon, there is hope for stronger commitments and a more inclusive approach to addressing climate change. This article reviews the outcomes of COP29 and looks ahead to the next summit.
11 December 2024
• The firms will seek to support greater operational efficiency and reduce costs associated with the international distribution of funds for professional investors looking to enter private markets • The partnership capitalises on existing appetite for tokenised funds while also reinforcing collaborative commitment to providing a broader set of investors with access to private markets
09 December 2024
Holtara, one of the world’s leading ESG and sustainability businesses and part of the Apex Group, has launched its new CSRD Platform, Holtara.io, designed to help businesses comply with the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
06 December 2024
Welcome to our Q3 2024 global regulatory update covering key jurisdictions and financial hubs.
05 December 2024
The partnership will make all Ownera Routers ‘Apex-ready’ so that every Ownera tokenization and distribution partner is integrated into Apex out of the box.