Welcome to the Q1 2026 funds newsletter. This edition covers the topics below. We hope you will find this newsletter of interest.

Recent corporate scandals, shareholder activism, media criticism and a call for the review of legislation have caused a re-examination of the role and accountability of directors.

This Guidance Note outlines the particulars and benefits of foundation companies in the Cayman Islands.

The Cayman Islands has emerged as a premier jurisdiction for digital asset funds, tokenised investment vehicles, and fintech ventures, offering regulatory clarity through frameworks like VASPA and SIBA. This comprehensive guide explores how entrepreneurs and fund managers can leverage Cayman's tax-neutral environment, flexible fund structures including segregated portfolio companies, and the Special Economic Zone to establish and scale digital asset businesses with legitimate offshore substance.

Stuarts' FinTech, Blockchain and Digital Assets attorneys provide an overview of recent trends and developments in the Cayman Islands for digital assets, and what you need to know about doing business in the jurisdiction.

Stuarts' Managing Director, Chris Humphries, discusses the Rise of Fintech Funds in the Cayman Islands for the Legal500 Alternative Investments Guide 2022.

The scope of regulatory requirements in the Cayman Islands has increased significantly in recent years and requires Cayman-domiciled...

As jurisdictions worldwide grapple with regulating digital assets, the Cayman Islands stands out as a beacon of regulatory clarity and innovation. For entrepreneurs, fund managers, and fintech pioneers...

The Cayman Islands funds industry demonstrated resilience in Q1 2026, with Private Funds reaching a record 17,910 registrations and Mutual Funds recovering to 13,008 after a year-end decline. This quarterly analysis examines the sustained growth trajectory and structural stability across regulated investment sectors in one of the world's leading offshore financial centers.

Most regulated sectors in the Cayman Islands have continued on a steady path over the past 12 months, with Private Funds up 3.5% and Mutual Funds up 1.5%.

Most regulated sectors in the Cayman Islands have continued on a steady path over the last 12 months with Private Funds up 4.6%.

Most regulated sectors in the Cayman Islands have continued on a steady path over the last 12 months with Private Funds up 3.5%. Funds may have previously been discouraged...

Most regulated sectors in the Cayman Islands have remained broadly stable over the past year, with Private Funds up approximately 3.7% and Mutual Funds...

Most regulated sectors in the Cayman Islands have remained stable over the past year, with Private Funds increasing by approximately 2.5% and Mutual Funds remaining broadly flat.

The Cayman Islands funds industry continues to demonstrate resilience and growth, with Private Funds reaching a record 18,132 in Q2 2026, marking a 3.0% year-on-year increase. This analysis examines the latest quarterly statistics across mutual funds, private funds, and fund administrators, revealing sustained investor confidence despite ongoing considerations around economic substance requirements.

The scope of regulatory requirements in the Cayman Islands has increased significantly in recent years and requires Cayman-domiciled entities to meet ongoing regulatory filing requirements.

Securitisation Comparative Guide for the jurisdiction of Cayman Islands, check out our comparative guides section to compare across multiple countries

All regulated sectors in the Cayman Islands have continued to see a marked increase in the last 12 months with Private Funds up more than 4%.

Most regulated sectors in the Cayman Islands have continued on a steady path over the last 12 months with Private Funds up close to 4%. Funds have been discouraged to set up the investment...

Most regulated sectors in the Cayman Islands have continued on a steady path over the last 12 months with Private Funds up 3.4%. Funds may have previously been discouraged to set up...