UCITS VI & AIFMD 2.0: navigating the next phase of EU funds regulation

The revised UCITS Directive (UCITS VI) and AIFMD 2.0 mark a significant evolution in the EU funds regulatory framework. While targeted in scope, the changes raise the bar on governance and substance, tighten delegation and oversight expectations, introduce a harmonised liquidity management toolkit, and expand supervisory reporting and data requirements across UCITS management companies and AIFMs.

These briefings unpack the key amendments, timelines and areas of practical impact, highlighting where firms should focus their implementation efforts. From senior management and delegation structures to liquidity management tools, investor disclosures and ESAP linked reporting, we set out what the new requirements mean in practice and how managers can position themselves to meet regulatory expectations with confidence.