Managers of Wealth Offshore

Regulation and supervision of Guernsey insurance industry is in line with core principles

The Guernsey report is the first time it has provided a member with in-depth feedback on the implementation of ICPs.

Pascal Saint-Amans: The OECD is Open to Discussing the Impact of CBI on the CRS

Mr Saint-Amans said that citizenship by investment was of interest both to the OECD's Secretariat and its 36 member countries, particularly with regards to the OECD's mandate to promote tax transparency and the exchange of information through th

Leaders descend on Cayman Islands for summit

The meetings will be immediately followed by a joint UK and Overseas Territories trade summit, also at the Kimpton, where emerging opportunities in the fintech sector and the ‘blue economy’ will be discussed.

Reporting Global Developments - Private Capital in Private Equity

In this report, part of our 'Reporting Global Developments' series, we ask whether private capital is as significant a source of investment for private equity fums and their funds as these macro trends suggest.

Investment trip to Mauritius: A hidden island under construction

With tourist numbers being a key driver, it is a little surprising that hotel and resort stocks have been weak.

BAHAMAS: Govt has met all commitments to EU

The EU and OECD want to ensure that Bahamian international business companies have economic substance and that all of their substantial owners are known and listed.

Reflections on the 5th Annual European Fund Finance Symposium

Fund finance is now an established, successful and growing area of the global fund industry.

Private capital takes a bigger stake in private equity market

The conclusions of the research will be discussed at a Guernsey Finance-hosted seminar on private capital in London on Tues 2 July.

Bermuda ILS Executive Roundtable 2019

It would be quite interesting to have a regulator – whether that be in the UK or in Bermuda – to put that scenario out there and build framework to ensure trades are concluded in a timely fashion.

Public register ‘not a huge shock to industry clients’

A PUBLIC REGISTER of beneficial ownership will not be a huge shock to finance industry clients, according to a Guernsey specialist.

Guernsey up with the leading pack on green finance

Guernsey enjoys stability in its financial services system and is a hub for several funds domiciled, serviced or managed here, and you have billions in low carbon funds and there’s a lot happening.

From Nazis to refineries: How Switzerland has handled the world’s gold

World War II – Swiss neutrality and Nazi gold

What is Your Family Office Doing to Protect Itself From Security Threats?

Cyberattacks on a family office’s systems can lead to the loss of sensitive personal and financial data as well as financial loss.

Why HNWIs are seeking second citizenship in Antigua and Barbuda

Antigua and Barbuda’s affordable Citizenship by Investment Programme offers high-net-worth individuals the chance to call the low-tax, twin-island state home

The Future of Nevis As An International Financial Centre

The Government of Nevis are exploring ways in which Nevis IBC’s and LLC’s can operate tax efficiently, in the future

Pack your bags! These are the top 10 countries for expats

Below are the top 10 countries around the world to relocate.

The End of European Money-Laundering Scandals, or just the Beginning?

As recent money-laundering scandals move from the Baltics to Scandinavia, who will be next?

Leading WMs: AI will not replace human investors

By contrast, 24% of respondents predicted that the new technologies will dominate the industry, with many investors using such tools.

Bermuda finance minister rings the bell to open TSX day of trading

Luc Fortin, global head of trading at TMX Group, the parent company of TSX, as well as president and CEO of the Montreal Exchange, described the invitation to open the exchange as “a sign of mutual respect.”

Offshore banking and money laundering (1)

What exactly does it entail and what is its role in the scheme of things and what risks do money laundering activities pose for the economic welfare of the country?

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