Clearstream, Deutsche Börse Group’s post-trade services provider, is to add funds from BlackRock, to its platform, aimed at broadening the distribution of BlackRock’s alternative investment solutions.
It will leverage Clearstream Fund Services’ robust and reliable distribution infrastructure to process funds securely and efficiently at scale, simplifying wealth manager access to private market funds.
The agreement provides BlackRock with access to sophisticated investors through Clearstream’s network of over 300 distribution partners, including many large global wealth managers with a strong presence in Europe, the UK and Asia Pacific.
Moritz Dechow, CEO Clearstream Fund Centre AG / Head of Fund Distribution for Clearstream Fund Services, stated: “Our collaboration with BlackRock marks an exciting step towards facilitating access to private market investments.
“Leveraging Clearstream’s extensive distribution network, advanced digital platform, and expertise in alternative investments will help simplify access to BlackRock’s private market offerings. This exemplifies how we at Clearstream are committed to developing innovative solutions that benefit the entire investment ecosystem.”
