Investment and wealth managers, asset owners and insurers in ~30 countries rely on Charles River IMS to manage over USD $59 Trillion in assets. Together with State Street’s middle and back office services, Charles River’s cloud-based front office technology forms the foundation of State Street Alpha®.

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55 of 100 largest investment managers globally

$59T

Over $59 USD Trillion in assets on Charles River IMS

30K

Over 30,000 professionals utilize Charles River Technology

315

315 clients in ~30 countries use Charles River

183%

183% increase in headcount over the last 8 years

As of Q4 2025. Assets are inclusive of clients using the platform for purposes of secondary compliance.

Latest News

Private Markets: Private Asset Valuation
Rising demand for transparency is reshaping private asset valuation. Learn how evolving expectations and AI could transform valuation frequency and accuracy.

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Event Spotlight: What We Discovered
Insights from TSAM London 2026 on public and private market convergence, AI adoption, and evolving infrastructure in investment management.

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Award Winner: Bond Market Awards
Charles River wins “Most Effective System for Internal Order Management” at this year’s Bond Market Awards in the Technology category for its highly integrated, multi‑asset OMS.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI): Client Education
Don’t start with AI, start with friction. Rushing to adopt AI can amplify broken processes. Learn why asking “where are we stuck?” matters more than “where can we use AI?”

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Webinars, Podcasts & Industry Events

EVENT: MMI Alternative Investments Forum

We’re partnering with peers to explore what’s next in private markets, alternatives and client outcomes. Connect with our team and exchange insights.

June 10 , 2026   I    New York, NY
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WEBINAR: Multi-Asset Trading on Charles River IMS

Multi-asset trading complexity continues to rise amid volatility and growing ETF strategies. Discover the latest technology enabling automation, scalability, and efficient execution across asset classes.

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EVENT: Investment Data & Technology Summit

bringing together industry leaders to explore evolving data and technology in investment management and connect with peers across the market.

August 25, 2026   I   Sydney
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Highlights for Investment Managers

Multi-asset investing across public and private assets​

Modern investment strategies demand agility and insight. From multi-asset investing across public and private markets to modern investment data management, firms are seeking ways to enable cross-asset collaboration and gain scale and flexibility through partner ecosystems.

In this series, Steven Milanowycz, Head of Product Strategy at Charles River, shares why modern technology platforms are essential for managing multi-asset class investing at scale, and how they empower firms to adapt and thrive in today’s complex investment landscape.

The material presented is for informational purposes only. The views expressed in this material are the views of the author, and are subject to change based on market and other conditions and factors, moreover, they do not necessarily represent the official views of Charles River Development and/or State Street Corporation and its affiliates.

Private assets for retail investors, what we heard at InvestOps 2026​​

What InvestOps 2026 revealed about private assets for retail investors, bridging public and private markets, and managing liquidity, risk, and compliant access.

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Mariner Pairs with Charles River’s Wealth Platform​

Mariner, a privately held national financial services firm, pairs with State Street to scale operations and support growth to 5,000 Advisors via Charles River’s Wealth Platform

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Three essentials for data-driven success in modern investment management​​

Three key lessons from our Data Opportunity report as firms work to break down legacy silos and enable real‑time portfolio insights.

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Highlights for Wealth Managers

The demand for personalized portfolios provides opportunities for wealth managers and advisors, but also increases operational complexity.

Alpha FMC’s Matt Harris offers his perspectives on the considerations when implementing tailored portfolios. Listen to Matt’s insights here.

The Hidden Bottleneck in UMA Operations ​

Rising demand for personalized portfolios is driving UMA growth, but outdated technology and structural limitations are creating challenges for wealth managers.

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Private Markets: Establishing a New Paradigm in Wealth Management ​

Private markets adoption is accelerating in wealth management. This article covers industry trends, manager selection, and the tech needed to deliver private market portfolios.

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Highlights for Asset Owners

A discussion on Smartsourcing where Peter Sherriff, Director of Product Strategy at Charles River and Barnaby Edmunds, Director at 1886 Consulting share their perspectives on what we mean by Smartsourcing and why it is capturing the attention of investment firms today.

The material presented is for informational purposes only. The views expressed in this material are the views of the author, and are subject to change based on market and other conditions and factors, moreover, they do not necessarily represent the official views of Charles River Development and/or State Street Corporation and its affiliates.

How asset owners are adapting to new regulatory and client demands: A conversation with Meradia

Expert perspectives on how investment firms are adapting to a rapidly evolving landscape, mastering new regulatory standards and harnessing the power of data.

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From Control to Confidence: The New Era of Investment Data Strategy

10th Investment Data & Tech Summit: A decade of innovation where leaders discussed governance, agility, & transparency in leveraging data as a strategic asset.

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Total Cost of Ownership Analysis: Enabling a Strategic Approach

A strategic total cost of ownership (TCO) approach gives firms a comprehensive understanding of the costs – and, therefore, the benefits – of various operating models, enabling you to design one that best suits your firm’s growth goals.

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