Finastra: Global Fintech Giant Reshaping Banking Landscapes

Finastra occupies a unique position in financial technology. The London-headquartered company supports more than 8,000 financial institutions worldwide, including 45 of the top 50 global banks.

These organisations rely on Finastra for secure, reliable solutions that power their most critical operations, while enabling them to adapt to new demands.

With annual revenue of ~US$1.8bn, it ranks among the most substantial players in the sector.

Finastra’s comprehensive software portfolio spans lending, payments, treasury and capital markets and universal banking. Its software is built for scale, resilience and real-world impact – supporting US$7tn in daily transactions and underpinning US$3.8tn in syndicated loans

But what sets the company apart is not only the breadth of its technology, but the way it works with customers. Finastra’s approach is rooted in collaboration: pairing deep financial services expertise with modern technology to co-create solutions that unlock value and drive progress.  This philosophy is summed up in its approach: Innovating Finance Together.

New leadership for ambitious expansion

January 2025 marked a new chapter with the appointment of Chris Walters as Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Simon Paris. 

Chris brings a proven track record in scaling technology companies and a strong focus on customer-centric innovation. 

He previously served as CEO of technology workforce development company Pluralsight and wealth management firm Avantax, following senior roles as Partner at McKinsey & Company, COO at The Weather Company and COO of Bloomberg Industry Verticals Group.

The leadership transition comes as Finastra reports what it describes as record financial performance, reflecting strong momentum across its business. “Supporting the financial institutions at the heart of the global financial system demands more than just technology,” says Chris. 

“It requires deep understanding of our customers’ goals, challenges and ambitions. It calls for solutions that are robust enough for today, yet adaptable enough for tomorrow. And above all, it demands true partnership – working side by side to amplify success.

“At Finastra, success isn’t just something we share. It’s something we multiply together. That’s why we embrace a mindset of co-creation and innovation through collaboration.”

Technology excellence drives market position

Finastra was formed in 2017 through the merger between Misys and D+H, two established leaders in financial software. This combination created what was considered the world’s third-largest financial services technology provider. 

Today, Finastra continues to live up to that legacy by addressing the most pressing challenges facing financial institutions. Firms are under increasing pressure to move faster, operate more securely and deliver better experiences – all while managing risk, complexity and constant regulatory changes.

Finastra’s platforms are built to help institutions rise to those demands. Across lending, payments, universal banking, and treasury and capital markets, Finastra helps financial institutions run mission-critical operations with confidence. 

Its cloud-ready, API-ready platforms are designed to scale, supporting everything from daily transactions to long-term growth.

Lending: Finastra describes its lending solutions as “the most comprehensive portfolio of end-to-end lending solutions in the market” covering syndicated, commercial, consumer and mortgage lending. 

Payments: Finastra’s payment solutions are designed for speed, security and scale. From domestic transfers to cross-border settlements, the company says it “gives financial institutions the flexibility to modernise core infrastructure, meet evolving standards and deliver smoother, faster payment experiences for their customers.”

Universal banking: Finastra’s solutions “give financial institutions a flexible way to manage every part of the banking lifecycle – from onboarding and customer experience to core processing, analytics and digital engagement.”

Treasury and capital markets: The company describes its offering as “simple, flexible and open solutions for managing risk, optimising liquidity and navigating regulatory complexity with confidence”. 

In May 2025, Finastra announced an agreement to sell its Treasury and Capital Markets (TCM) division to Apax Funds. 

Finastra says the sale “will provide capital to accelerate its strategy and reinvest in its core business, while providing its award-winning TCM platform with the backing of an experienced, long-term technology investor to support its continued success moving forward.”

Finastra’s impact is consistently recognized by the industry. In 2025, the company was included for the third consecutive year on CNBC and Statista’s list of the World’s Top 300 Fintechs. 

It was also named a leader in the QKS Group 2025 SPARK Matrix for Integrated Payment Platforms and positioned in Gartner’s Magic Quadrant for Retail Core Banking Systems, Europe 2025.

With substantial opportunities ahead, Finastra is doubling down on its mission to help financial institutions meet rising expectations and navigate accelerating cycles of change. 

Chris and his leadership team are focused on deepening customer partnerships, expanding cloud and API-driven solutions, and embedding emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence across the portfolio. 

As global finance continues to evolve, Finastra’s combination of scale, resilience and collaborative innovation places it in a strong position to lead.