Managers of Wealth Offshore

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?

Navigating Turbulent Skies: Business Jets and Trade Wars

A good example is in the high profile case of the Trump Administration threatening to impose duties of 292% on C Series aircraft manufactured by Bombardier

VI fires back after topping “tax haven” list

The report adds, “That’s four times more than the next greatest contributor of corporate tax avoidance risks, the Netherlands, which accounts for less than seven percent.”

Bermuda's Captive Market Stands Out in the Crowd

Bermuda's foundation in insurance, together with its motivation to continuously develop and modernise, continues to contribute to positioning the jurisdiction's insurance market

CIFO releases report for 2018

This was a year of increased workload, extensive stakeholder consultations to review CIFO’s funding structure and the first court challenge to an ombudsman decision.

An Insight into Funds Financing in Jersey

The main advantage to investors is that they do not need to make capital calls in a compressed timeframe to hit a deal closing target

Captive owners would not hesitate in choosing Bermuda again

Asked if there was anything globally or in the US possibly impacting them, the answers ranged from a Roundup lawsuit to tariffs.

Economic uncertainty, financial volatility can mean opportunities for captives

“When is a deal a deal given that Trump has been known to change his mind on things,” he said.

St Kitts-Nevis PM Harris calls for ‘inclusive development’ in region

Harris also voiced concern about borrowing member countries who have grown their economies and “are not eligible for preferential borrowing rates that lower income economies can access.”

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