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9 September 2026

Investments And Security Figures Q2 2026

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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.
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Most regulated sectors in the Cayman Islands remained stable in Q2 2026, with continued growth in the funds industry. Private Funds increased to a record 18,132, up approximately 3.0% year on year and 1.2% from Q1 2026, reinforcing the jurisdiction's sustained appeal for private capital structures. Mutual Funds also recorded a modest increase to 13,013, up from 13,008 in Q1 2026 and remaining broadly stable overall. While some sponsors continue to assess structuring considerations, including economic substance requirements, the latest figures reflect a resilient and well-established Cayman funds market supported by continued investor confidence.

   

Q2 2025

(30 June)

Q3 2025

(30 September)

Q4 2025

(31 December)

Q1 2026

(31 March)

Q2 2026

(30 June)

Mutual Funds 13,090 13,119 12,876 13,008 13,013
Registered 9,003 9,024 8,840 8,959 9,000
Master 3,180 3,196 3,164 3,184 3,174
Administered 253 250 247 248 246
Licensed 44 43 42 40 39
 Limited Investor Funds 610 606 583 577 554
Private Funds 17,609 17,741 17,722 17,910 18,132
Total Fund Administrators 69 68 67 67 67
Securities and Investment 45 44 44 45 To be announced
Registered Persons Under SIBA 1,401 1,404 1,347 1,337 To be announced

Live statistics can be viewed on the CIMA website here: Investment Statistics and Securities Statistics

Originally published 7 September 2026

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