05/28/2018
Should islands consider joint ‘independence’?
It is feared that transparent registers could damage the finance industries of the islands because strict confidentiality arrangements are valued by clients.
Comment, Analysis & Research
05/25/2018
Guernsey funds sector positive despite quarterly fall in net asset value
Guernsey Finance Chief Executive Dominic Wheatley said current activity levels meant there was confidence in the Guernsey industry.
05/25/2018
Five facts about offshore banking
Many misconceptions exist about offshore banking. Ideas such as foreign bank accounts are illegal or that their services are only used by the super-wealthy frequently emerge in the media. In reality, there are many similarities between local and
05/24/2018
Offshore-i by Appleby
The opportunities to expand internationally to fill product and production line gaps and to acquire technology, remain tempting and accessible.
05/24/2018
Funds Absorb Record $1.6 Trillion Net Inflow Worldwide in 2017
More than 200 managers worldwide each generated at least $1 billion of flows into their active funds last year, but 100 firms suffered over $1 billion of net redemptions.
05/23/2018
Jersey publishes latest Business Tendency Survey
For each indicator a net balance is calculated, defined as the difference between the proportion of businesses reporting an increase in a particular measure and the proportion reporting a decrease.
05/23/2018
Guernsey releases Economic Overview
The most recent population statistics, for the year ending June 2017, show a continued net emigration.
05/23/2018
Complete steps to open an offshore company. Costs and benefits
Opening or moving a business overseas is legal, and huge companies like Google, Microsoft and Apple have done it as well, but owners of offshore companies need to make sure they follow the law in their country and that the company doesn’t engage in
05/22/2018
A beach-front secret:tax-free property on under-explored Caribbean paradise islands from £421,000
Discover a hot Caribbean secret in tax-free paradise islands of Turks and Caicos.
05/22/2018
Positive Market Indicators for Jersey’s Future
Under the guidance of CEO Nigel Le Quesne, the firm has grown from a dozen employees in one location to a Group with offices in 17 jurisdictions employing in excess of 550 staff.
05/22/2018
Caines confident on Bermuda’s fintech future
Bermuda’s Minister of National Security Wayne Caines has claimed that the Island can become a major hub for financial technology (fintech).
05/22/2018
London can benefit from the certainty of Guernsey’s position outside the EU – Guernsey Funds Forum
The island’s long-standing stability and experience in operating as a ‘third country’ outside of the European Union were highlighted in a wide-ranging panel discussion
05/21/2018
Soaring profits push global dividends to a first-quarter record
The Janus Henderson Global Dividend Index ended the quarter at a record 174.2, meaning that global payouts last year were almost three-quarters higher than in 2009.
05/21/2018
JT publishes 2017 Annual Review
Some 70 per cent of JT’s revenue now comes from outside of Jersey – which then supports JT’s investment in local infrastructure, such as its 4G and island-wide full-fibre networks.
05/18/2018
Guernsey reaffirms constitutional position and transparency record following beneficial ownership debate
These amendments sought to impose the UK’s domestic policy on the islands – an approach that is incompatible with the long-standing constitutional relationship.
05/18/2018
The innovation wave for banks by Profile Software
Latest technology and methodologies are utilised in its digital banking offering with a number of successful implementations around the world.
05/18/2018
Vatican warns of 'profoundly amoral culture' in global finance
That is why the Church sets before the world the ideal of a ‘civilization of love’.
05/17/2018
UK foreign secretary says cayman has been will be and will remain with the uk family
The Cayman Islands is, has been, will be part of the United Kingdom family. So here’s to another 60 glorious years, if not more, of that fantastic crest,” Mr. Johnson said.
05/17/2018
The Caribbean’s Best Yachting Destination: The BVI
The BVI’s charter yacht sector has more than 1,800 boats and cabins available, according to data from the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board
05/16/2018
UAE ‘as competitive’ for international wealth as the US
Deloitte compares the centres based on business environment, provider capability, stability, and tax and regulation.