Managers of Wealth Offshore

Cayman National shareholders take final step to effect sale

Mr. Dack added that Republic Bank has received acceptances from “well above” 75 percent of the local bank’s shares.

Japan's Increasing Attraction to Alternative Investments

Japan Post Bank, with an even larger US$1.8 trillion portfolio, has similarly announced plans to increase its alternatives allocation to 3%.

Guernsey will always be leaders

International regulations are pushing all jurisdictions to show that the companies resident in those jurisdictions have substance.

Luxembourg deepens its alternative fund roots

On the back of this upward trajectory, the next 12 months will be interesting as the EU prepares for life without the UK.

SGG Group Ceo Voted European Personality Of The Year

Commenting on his award, Serge Krancenblum said: “I am pleased and honoured to accept this award and to join the prestigious list of past recipients.

The Cannabis Conundrum – Can Local Banks Bank on Marijuana?

The laws of Saint Lucia create ambiguities on the part of the institutions willing to do anything business-wise involving marijuana.

The Jersey model

The Channel Island is becoming an alternative to traditional tax havens

At A Glance Guide to Guernsey Private Investment Fund

Ogier's partner-led team of Guernsey investment funds specialists advise on all stages of the investment funds life-cycle, and work closely with colleagues from BVI, Cayman, Hong Kong, Jersey, London, Luxembourg, Shanghai and Tokyo offices.

Guernsey Fund Report reveals stable growth for 2018

Northern Trust also maintained its lead position for custody and transfer agency services respectively with $25.7bn and $53.6bn

Lessons in workplace stress from 2000 years ago

If not managed and resolved early, all of this can lead to claims to the Employment Tribunal, with all the disruption, extra costs and reputational damage that they can inflict.

Trinidad bank to acquire 75 percent of Cayman National

Acquiring majority ownership will give Republic Bank controlling powers over Cayman National, including the ability to pass ordinary and special resolutions at Cayman National meetings, which allows it to amend the bank’s articles of association.

HSBC survey highlights islands' potential

The report finds that more than three quarters (78 per cent) of companies are positive about the trading environment, rising to 86 per cent in ASEAN countries and 82 per cent in the EU.

Five views on the Isle of Man’s conduct of business rules

Less focused businesses will suffer, and it will take time to become fully effective, say CEOs

Offshore banks slide while domestic banks fare well in 2017

Local banks also reported $174 million in net income retained last year, a $3 million increase over 2016.

Your Winter Escape Awaits in the Cayman Islands

Each of the Cayman Islands – Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman - have their own personality.

Banks Spark Crypto Crackdown Fear in Panama

The newspaper says it has been in touch with several banks in the country, which have all so far chosen not to respond on the matter.

Bermuda’s role in the global reinsurance market more relevant than ever: KBRA

According to the report, at the end of 2016, Bermuda reported combined capital and surplus of commercial P&C re/insurers was $110 billion, or, over 20% of the global traditional marketplace, based on figures published by broker Aon.

Standard Chartered study reveals investment is the emerging affluent’s top strategy to increase their wealth

The socially mobile in the study have had impressive earnings growth, with over a third (35%) enjoying a salary increase of 10% or more in the past year, and more than a quarter (28%) seeing their earnings jump by 50% or more in the past five years.

New York roadshow reveals Guernsey’s stock is growing

Guernsey Finance led its latest funds delegation to New York, attending two conferences and holding meetings with private equity fund managers, lawyers and advisers.

Regional banks now targeted to launder ‘dirty’ money overseas

Mixing ill-gotten proceeds with general transactions gives the appearance that everything is aboveboard.

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