Managers of Wealth Offshore

Rolling Out The Red Carpet For Investors

"We are creating an environment that offers red carpet, and not red tape," says Invest TCI's Interim CEO, Angela Musgrove.

Labuan IBFC to be Asia’s Leading Digital-Based Financial Gateway with Islamic Finance Capabilities

The DFS in Labuan IBFC is continually growing in recognition of the progressive approach that the centre has taken in embracing the digital revolution

Guernsey can play a part in Hong Kong’s ESG growth

Mourant Partner Gilly Kennedy-Smith said that as well as being mindful of guidance and regulation in governing structures, there needed to be consideration towards the unique perspectives of each family.

‘EY’s survey proves the PN right: our country cannot take its corporate tax for granted’

“We need to be conscious and realistic to what is happening around us,” he said.

Yacht Ownership – What you should Know

The superyacht industry, which to date has produced a total of 5,325 superyachts in operation around the globe, directly employs approximately 150,000 people worldwide.

A new study finds that dirty money remains easy to hide

Banks and corporate-service providers barely differentiate between clean and risky clients

‘Flexible’ Guernsey framework enables an island first

It successfully raised £125 million in an over-subscribed private placement of shares and warrants for the purpose of completing a business combination with a financial services business that is headquartered or has principal operations in Western a

Chamber hopeful govt commitments will alleviate enduring challenges

Rutherford-Ferguson continued, “The BCCEC further acknowledges and welcomes the government’s commitment to consult and be inclusive in its decision-making."

TrustQuay survey finds a dichotomy between belief and behaviour in corporate services, trust and alternative fund administration

When asked to compare the sector to other areas of financial services, 92% of respondents say that technological innovation in the industry needs to accelerate, with half acknowledging it currently lags behind in terms of its investment in technology.

Over 400 global citizens living in Cayman

The ministry confirmed that the programme, which will remain open until November 2022, continues to attract new applicants and there are 34 currently pending.

Pandemic precipitates new era of outsourcing

Working with relevant partners should be seen as the ‘glue’ that links all the trends driving the growth and evolution of the private client world together.

Pandora Papers: Cayman untouched but not left unmentioned

In some cases, offshore structures had been used by people accused of corruption and other crimes to invest in property assets onshore.

Labuan IBFC Shortlisted for ‘International Captive Domicile 2021’

Registers growth of 8 new captive formations as at June 2021

A new approaching to working

At Ocorian, keeping abreast of changes and upskilling our workforce have always been a top priority

Investment Outlook and Market Comment by Toby Birch

Where this affects overseas markets stems from the company’s inability to service the latest interest payment on its offshore bond.

Value of Guernsey-domiciled funds hits all-time high

The figure has increased every quarter since the end of March 2020, and WE ARE GUERNSEY Chief Executive Rupert Pleasant said the latest results show confidence in Guernsey’s funds industry.

Recovery During a Pandemic

Global recovery continues, but the momentum has weakened and uncertainty has increased

Pandora Papers: Cayman untouched but not left unmentioned

While “tax haven reform” was important, Murphy said, so is UK corporate reform, including his demands to make the accounts of limited liability entities public in all jurisdictions.

HSBC research highlights global battle for talent

Seven in 10 (70%) companies are planning to increase headcount, while just 12% intend to cut their workforce, the report says.

Value of Guernsey-domiciled funds hits all-time high

“It also demonstrates the quality of investment managers in Guernsey delivering value to investors.

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