Managers of Wealth Offshore

Irish Quarterly Legal and Regulatory Report: Asset Management and Investment Funds July - September 2024

This report covers key dates and developments during the quarter

Approach to unchallenged expert evidence in the Cayman Islands

In circumstances where expert evidence is uncontradicted and unchallenged in any way, the court will not reject the evidence unless the opinion either:

HSBC Corporate Risk Management Survey should resonate with firms in Crown Dependencies

While managing an international business is not always a straight line, many firms remain optimistic about their organisation’s growth prospects as new technologies enable them to unearth and map opportunity from uncertainty.

BOV announces interim dividend of €0.0924 gross per share

Follows the positive financial performance reported by the BOV Group during the first six months of 2024

Channel Islands fund outlook: the first breezes of tailwind?

New fund launches were taking place, but at a slower pace and focused on a smaller segment of the market, with new managers and mid-market firms finding it harder to raise capital.

86% of respondents feel impacted by rising cost of living according to Islands 2024 survey

The survey was undertaken to gain high-level insights into experiences and perceptions of the cost of living in each island.

Jersey’s Finance Industry Reports ‘Robust Growth’ in First Six Months of 2024

This is in addition to the regulated funds NAV.

Is hybrid working really working?

How can organizations improve hybrid work to maximize its potential, asks Stephanie Cacopardo.

Cayman unemployment falls to 2.8%

The number of unemployed Caymanians increased by 301 to 1,142 persons in Spring 2024

The mutual benefits of respect: How kindness enhances customer experience

Customers deserve to be treated with dignity, but front-facing employees also merit the same level of courtesy.

Appleby increases number of Tier One rankings in Legal 500 UK 2025

Appleby has been ranked in Tier One across Guernsey

Using cutting-edge financial products to empower hands-on philanthropy and sustainable investment

Along with a personalised approach from wealth managers, the modern philanthropist also needs access to financial products, structures and vehicles that can offer this level of influence.

Industry Leaders Advocate for EB-5 in Washington

This will be catastrophic for immigrant investors and the American communities that benefit from the impact of EB-5 investment projects.

Guernsey economy declined by 2% in real terms in 2023

The economy is now only 0.6% larger than in 2019, with minimal growth since 2017.

What’s happening with HSBC?

Regardless of the outcome, this will be a fascinating deal to watch unfold

HSBC Bank Malta future plans: employees union calls for 'transparency, fairness'

Rumours of HSBC exiting the Maltese market have swirled for years

Former Emoney CEO, directors ‘bear no responsibility’ for company woes

‘Efficient and reliable service under my leadership’ says ex-chief

HSBC’s potential exit from Malta: the inside story

Talks began in 2023 but ended abruptly, Now, the deal could be back on.

Walkers to be headline partner at HFM European Operational Leaders Summit 2024

In April, Walkers were delighted to be named Best Offshore Law Firm at the With Intelligence HFM European Services Awards.

Increase proposed for pension and benefits rates

If agreed, the proposals would increase the rate of the States pension and unemployment, incapacity, parental, bereavement and long-term care benefits.

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