Managers of Wealth Offshore

Dispute Breaks Out Over Title of 'First Regulated Bitcoin Hedge Fund'

In July, a hedge fund in Jersey issued a press release announcing that it had become the first regulated fund to deal in bitcoin.

Clipstone diverts to Channel Islands exchange

Clipstone, a logistics real estate investment trust, has raised £40m through a flotation on the Channel Island’s Stock Exchange after scaling back plans to raise nearly four times that amount on London’s main market.

Cayman fund managers prepare for FATCA

The next expected development comes early next year with the opening of an information exchange portal – which foreign financial institutions (FFIs) will use to file their FATCA reports to the TIA – as well as the publication of the reporting

New managed accounts exemption for Jersey hedge fund managers

An exemption from the Financial Services Law 1998 has been introduced for regulated hedge fund managers who want to operate managed accounts for their non-fund clients alongside their fund clients.

Neuberger Berman Funds Appoint Carey Group

Two Guernsey incorporated, London listed funds have appointed Carey Group as company secretary.

Caribbean Development Bank Approves $120 Million in Project Lending

The Caribbean Development Bank has approved more than $120 million in loans to fund dozens of projects related to agriculture, energy and infrastructure.

Reform hopes spur demand for Indian corporate bonds overseas

A few weeks ago, the same lender mopped up $500 million and $200 million in two tranches, but the re spective spreads had narrowed to 176 bps and 166 bps over the five year US Treasury yield.

Real Estate Funds Look To Channel Islands

Guernsey and Jersey are fast becoming seen as the jurisdictions of choice for Asian funds.

Under pressure Swiss banks eye China

Switzerland's banking sector, facing the end of the secrecy that was once the bedrock of its business, is turning to China as it seeks new markets for the future.

Top investment manager to launch new fund

February 2015 will see the local launch of a newly established agricultural fund.

Guy Hands eyes Infinis exit for Terra Firma

Private equity tycoon is rebuilding repuation for deals after EMI debacle

Towers Watson form Guernsey ICC to hedge pension longevity risk

The structure significantly reduces the cost of hedging longevity risk for pension schemes by removing the need for an intermediary insurer to write the transaction.

Brazil's Providence acquires and rebrands fund administrator

Providence Global has completed the acquisition of Guernsey fund administrator Fund Corporation and rebranded it as Lumiere Fund Services.

Three awards for Standard Bank compliance team

It promotes excellence in regulatory compliance and regulation both in the UK and overseas with members all across the UK and in most of the world’s leading financial centres.

Experts Debate Fund Industry Outlook at Walkers Seminars

Leading international law firm Walkers has completed another season of its acclaimed series of investment funds seminars, which were held this year in New York, San Francisco and London.

Guernsey – helping fund managers navigate through Europe

As a result, promoters and investors from further afield have become more cautious about raising money from within Europe because of what they regard as a growing compliance burden and increased costs.

Volta Finance says process of admission on LSE is progressing well

The Board believes that this may also lead to the ability to raise fresh capital for the Company in the future

New Guernsey closed-ended fund lists on LSE

Their experience, professionalism and ability to bring the onshore and offshore elements together seamlessly have helped us to achieve a successful initial placement.

Channel Islands Aircraft Registry celebrates first anniversary

From taking on new local staff, to adding more aircraft to the Registry and promoting Guernsey as a place from which to do business, at the trade fairs and events we have attended across the globe, it’s been a busy year for the Channel Islands Aircr

John Taylor ‘first international luxury real estate brand’ on Mauritius

The growing international agency hopes the new office in Ebene will increase sales, rental and property management to Commonwealth and Francophile communities, plus Russia and the Middle East

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