Managers of Wealth Offshore

The pension deficit and liquidity in capital markets

Malta uses an unfunded pension model that relies on current worker contributions to finance current retirees.

When love and money collide: A wife's financial fears for her family

How can a spouse get their partner interested in the family's finances, savings and investment plans?

MSE Trading Report for week ending July 12, 2024

MSE equity index closes in the red

Ratings boost for Fidelis Insurance

The company uses a three-pillar approach with its GPW split among the specialty (62.6%), bespoke (20.1%), and reinsurance (17.2%) segments, with specialty being the primary area of growth in 2023.

Gateway Re lists $60m cat bond on BSX

The issuance marks SURE’s third successful transaction completed through the global insurance-linked securities (ILS) market this year

Resilient financial sector amidst high global geopolitical risks

Profitability rose through higher net interest income

Skipton bucks the trend for declining customer service in Guernsey

However, this trend is bucked by local bank, Skipton International, who scored highly in the survey conducted across 50 Guernsey brands.

Essent closes $500m note offering

The revolving credit facility amends and replaces the company’s previous $400 million secured revolving credit facility.

Special offer on unit linked personal pension plans from BOV and Mapfre MSV Life

Importance of planning ahead for a more comfortable retirement

Investec Bank (Mauritius) Limited Announces Dividend Payment for Preference Shares

The dividend is payable to shareholders registered in the company's books by the close of business on 26 July 2024.

Financial analysis: Thoughts about the bond market

Mobilisation of excess liquidity in the banking system into the capital market is clearly happening

James River signs loss portfolio agreement

During the third quarter of 2024, James River will recognise a $52.2 million reduction in pre-tax income for the excess consideration paid over reserves ceded in connection with the agreement.

High interest rates put paid to the Class of 2023

That’s the view of AM Best, which has released a report delving into why, unlike previous hard markets, there was no class of new reinsurers in 2023.

TISE reports sustained listings growth in first half

The total market value of all listed securities surpassed the £700 billion mark for the first time, reaching £708 billion at the end of June.

Brookfield Re plans to enter UK market

Brookfield Re has filed paperwork with the Bank of England’s Prudential Regulation Authority to set up a new insurer, according to people familiar with the matter.

Athene tackles priority crisis in retirement savings

Athene describes itself as “a leading retirement services company that specialises in helping its customers retire with confidence and is a solutions provider to institutions”.

Cayman Islands financial services industry reopens offices after Hurricane Beryl

The Cayman Islands Government issued an “all clear” notice in the afternoon on 4 July.

Navigating Opportunities and Challenges for Individual Investors

The sector continues to evolve, alongside associated challenges

BDO Jersey Supports Personal Endeavours for a Good Work-Life Balance

This completion is set to be the largest touch competition ever, with 190 teams representing over 40 nations.

Corporations, profit, banks and politicians

How we create money and distribute it in society is responsible for many of the world’s problems

AIM and Hedge Funds