Irish Funds’ Post

📊 Ireland Attracts 58% of All European Fund Net Inflows in H1 2026    🚀 Ireland's funds and asset management industry continued its strong momentum in the first half of 2026, with new analysis of Central Bank of Ireland, EFAMA and ETFBOOK data highlighting significant #growth across key indicators. 💶 €6.3 trillion in net assets under management as at 30 June 2026  📈 14.5% growth in net assets in just six months  🌍 58% of all European #fund net inflows attracted by Ireland in H1 2026  📊 72% of European-domiciled ETF assets are domiciled in Ireland  🏆 Ireland remains the fastest-growing major European fund domicile These figures reflect the strength of Ireland's funds and asset management ecosystem, built on #innovation, expertise, international connectivity and regulatory engagement. As the industry looks ahead to opportunities in #ETFs, private assets, #tokenisation and next-generation financial infrastructure, Ireland is well positioned to help shape the future of global investment. #IrishFunds #AssetManagement #GlobalInvestment

📊With global regulatory change continuing to shape the funds and asset management landscape, Irish Funds is looking forward to joining industry leaders at this year’s FundForum (formerly IMpower) — bringing together over 1,500 senior decision-makers from across public and private markets. 🎙️ On 23 June, Irish Funds CEO Pat Lardner will take part in the panel: “Navigating global regulatory shifts: Growth, innovation, and cross-border operation.” 🌍 FundForum provides an important platform for international collaboration, innovation, and industry insight across distribution, asset allocation, investment strategy, and operations. 💡 We’re looking forward to being part of the conversation and connecting with peers from across the global funds and asset management community. 📅 Explore the full agenda: https://lnkd.in/ekXCRvKe 🔐 Irish Funds members can access an exclusive 10% discount via the Member Portal: https://lnkd.in/d7rxwDjs #IrishFunds #FundForum #AssetManagement #InvestmentFunds #IndustryInsights

🔎📗 The inaugural Irish Funds Innovation Survey Findings Report is now available on our Member Portal, offering valuable insights into current innovation trends and future trajectories across Ireland’s funds and asset management industry. 📊 The report highlights how demographic change, AI, regulation, and technology are reshaping the landscape, helping Irish Funds members:  🔹 Benchmark their innovation strategies  🔹 Anticipate transformative change  🔹 Strengthen Ireland’s global leadership in asset management innovation and capability 🚀 🙏 A sincere thank you to all our members who took the time to contribute to this important survey. Your input helps shape the future of the industry.   🔗 Irish Funds members can access the full survey findings here:  https://lnkd.in/eR27cFTF #IrishFunds #Innovation #AssetManagement  

🎥 In our latest Senior Business Leaders Update, Irish Funds CEO Pat Lardner and Chair Andrea Kelly FCA review progress against our 2026 strategic objectives and discuss the key industry developments and advocacy priorities shaping our work for the months ahead. Key topics include: ✅ Savings and Investments Union - at EU and domestic level ✅ Private Assets ✅ Digital Assets & Tokenisation ✅ Regulatory and advocacy developments in Ireland and Brussels ✅ Ireland's EU Presidency ✅ Progress across our five strategic pillars ✅ Priorities for the second half of 2026 Thank you to all our members for your continued support and engagement as we work together to advance Ireland's international funds and asset management industry. ▶️ Watch the full video on the Irish Funds Member Portal: https://lnkd.in/dJ7YgXGz #IrishFunds #LeadershipUpdate

🚀 A look back at a busy and impactful first half of 2026. The Irish Funds Mid-Year Review 2026 is now available, showcasing the #achievements, advocacy work and industry #engagement activities that have helped advance key priorities for Ireland's funds and asset management industry. The review captures the collaborative efforts of Irish Funds, our Working Groups and members across a wide range of initiatives, from #advocacy and regulatory engagement to innovation, education, talent development and financial literacy. It highlights progress across key areas including private assets, #ETFs, #MMFs and #tokenisation, while reflecting the collective commitment of the industry to strengthening Ireland's position as a leading global funds domicile. 📈 🤝 A sincere thank you to everyone who has contributed their time, expertise and insights throughout the year so far. 📖 Read the Mid-Year Review 2026: https://lnkd.in/eyWr7i5N #IrishFunds #Funds #AssetManagement #PrivateAssets #Innovation 

Another fun chart for my fellow cross-border fund nerds that shows the rise and rise of UCITS ETFs. Since 2020, assets in UCITS ETFs have grown by 170% to €2.6 trillion at the end of 2025. This growth has been driven by Irish domiciled ETFs, which have accounted for an eye-catching 78% of the total growth of UCITS ETFs this decade. As a result, Ireland now has 73% of the UCITS ETF market – up from 66% in 2020.

🚀 Registrations are now open for Funds by IOB’s suite of industry-leading, UCD-accredited professional qualifications. Explore a range of specialised programmes designed to deepen your #expertise and support your #career progression: 📈 Professional Certificate in Investments, Funds & Regulation (New) 💼 Professional Diploma in Alternative Investments for Funds & Asset Management 🎯 Professional Certificate for Designated Persons in a Fund Management Company 📊 Professional Certificate in Capital Markets, Investments and Funds 🌍 Professional Certificate in International Investment Fund Services 🔗 Professional Certificate in Derivatives and Structured Solutions for Funds & Asset Management Developed with Irish Funds and industry experts, these programmes offer practical, career-focused learning, with funding options available on selected qualifications. 👉 Find out more: https://lnkd.in/d32u3aTr #IrishFunds #ProfessionalDevelopment

📊 How prepared is the ETF industry for the move to T+1 settlement? A new survey conducted by Irish Funds in partnership with State Street shows that #ETF issuers are broadly supportive of the planned transition to T+1 settlement across the EU, UK and Switzerland, with most respondents expecting to be operationally ready ahead of the October 2027 implementation date. The findings suggest the industry is progressing well in its preparations, while also highlighting the importance of continued #collaboration between issuers, authorised participants, service providers and regulators to ensure a smooth transition. The survey provides an early assessment of industry readiness across operational preparedness, order lifecycle management and regulatory considerations, offering valuable insights into how the ETF industry is preparing for the move to T+1 settlement. 📖 Irish Funds members can access the survey results via the Member Portal: https://lnkd.in/eM5mVfgY #IrishFunds #T1 #Survey

The Irish Funds team will be in London next week for the International Bar Association 24th Annual Conference on Private Investment Funds. 🌍 This flagship gathering brings together global leaders to explore the innovations, regulatory shifts and investment frontiers shaping the future of private markets. As private capital continues to scale and evolve, Ireland’s role in the global private assets ecosystem has never been more relevant. Ireland is one of the world’s leading fund domiciles, with more than 30 years at the forefront of global funds. Irish-domiciled funds hold $6.5 trillion in net assets and represent 22% of all European fund assets - a position earned through stability, expertise and trusted regulation. That same foundation - supported by over 20,000 fund professionals across a deep and experienced ecosystem - is now powering Ireland’s next phase of growth in private assets. 🚀 Why Ireland for private assets?  🏗️ Modern private asset structures for private equity, private credit and real assets  ⚖️Speed to market and regulatory certainty, supported by recent tax, regulatory and legislative enhancements  🌐A globally connected platform providing access to international investors from one location  🤝Industry capacity and service excellence from experienced, client-centric, solutions-driven professionals  🏛️Built for long-term capital — delivering stability, substance and scale If you’re attending the conference, Jennifer Reilly, Pat Lardner and Conor Kilroy would be delighted to connect to discuss how Ireland supports the growth of private markets globally. #IrishFunds #PrivateAssets #PrivateMarkets #IBA #InvestmentFunds #Ireland

Another great chart for my fellow cross-border fund nerds. Last year, Ireland domiciled UCITS sales outpaced Luxembourg by an eye-opening 65%, which is almost completely down to the disparity in equity fund sales. The reason for this is Ireland’s position as the leading European ETF domicile - 75% of UCITS ETFs assets are in Irish funds.  According to the EFAMA data, all net inflows into UCITS equity funds last year were in to ETFs, with traditional equity funds seeing net outflows. With the ETF revolution in its relative infancy in Europe (ETFs still only make up about 12% of the total UCITS fund market, compared to the US fund market where the number is closer to 30%) it’s likely the gap in UCITS sales between Ireland and Luxembourg will only grow.