Managers of Wealth Offshore

Luxembourg’s secret tax deals exacerbate eurozone crisis

Luxembourg, a tiny but prosperous nation of 543,202 citizens, holds a position of power vastly above its weight in the European Union.

Luxembourg calls tax leaks a ‘targeted campaign’

The country did not fully comply with a request from the European Commission for information in relation to tax ruling practices

Global regulators need to standardise tax reporting mechanisms

This comes as a number of countries and global regulatory bodies introduce their own tax reporting standards in response to the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA).

India must show tax fraud proof for valid probe, says Swiss envoy

We have decided that we cannot work with stolen data

Deloitte offers guidance on US tax

The session focused on the US tax pitfalls to be aware of, relevant recent changes in legislation and the practical steps that service providers should take.

Direct Taxes and Indirect Taxes - A Comparison Between Entities in Malaysia and Labuan

by Goh Ka Im, Partner and Head of Tax and Revenue Practice Group, Messrs Shearn Delamore & Co

FATCA: Next Steps and Focus for 2015 - Walkers

In order to remain compliant with Cayman Islands law, a Cayman Islands entity that qualifies as a Reporting FI must have applied for a GIIN by no later than 22 December 2014.

Listen. Analyse. Apply - Deloitte

Autumn Statement 2014

Capital Gains Tax and UK Residential Property - Deloitte

The legislation is yet to be finalised and released, nevertheless it does appear certain that these measures, in some form, will have effect from 6 April 2015.

Jersey Finance welcomes tax agreement with Romania

Jersey Finance has welcomed the signing of a Tax Information Exchange Agreement (TIEA) between Jersey and Romania this week.

Jersey signs TIEA with Romania

Jersey and Romania signed a tax information exchange agreement (TIEA) at the Romanian Embassy in London on 1 December.

It's time for British tax havens to unmask who owns companies, says Christian Aid

Christian Aid campaigners wearing business suits and white masks outside the conference venue, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in Westminster, London today demanded faster progress towards transparency.

FATCA – Deadline Approaches by Harneys

Cayman entities which are classified as Financial Institutions are within the scope of FATCA.

How the HMRC helped tax avoiders stay ahead of the law - by shifting cash for Switzerland to Liechtenstein

The crackdown on wealth stashed in Switzerland has failed. Why? Because of a deal Britain cut with Liechtenstein

George Osborne Mulls 'Super-Tax' For British Money In Swiss Bank Accounts

Under proposals being considered by HMRC, Britons with money stored in Swiss bank accounts face being hit with a 200% penalty in March 2016 if they do not declare it to the taxman.

FATCA Compliance And Data Protection

Complying with USA FATCA and UK/EU Data Protection Requirements

A whistleblower who has helped Europeans recover billions in taxes

Investigations have lead to the creation of the so-called “Falciani List,” which contains the information of the suspected tax evaders.

Over 23,000 Offshore Companies With Profitable Activity in Greece

In total, authorities traced over 2,200 Greek offshore companies in non-cooperating countries, who had declared over 2,100 legal representatives, tax agents and administrators over the last 30 years.

Swiss to end role as tax haven?

WEALTHY foreigners who have sought tax exile in Switzerland could be tempted to find a new home elsewhere — many in Britain — if Swiss voters back a referendum today abolishing their special status.

Argentina IDs accounts in alleged tax evasion

The agency's revelation came a day after it charged HSBC bank with helping Argentines evade taxes by stashing about $3 billion in the secret accounts.