Managers of Wealth Offshore

Hiring demand accelerates across Cayman economy during start of 2026

The private sector remained the main source of hiring activity.

BMA adds three new insurers in May

The latest registrations increased the number of insurers licensed in Bermuda so far this year from 24 at the end of April to 27 by the end of May.

Highvern and Permian to acquire Oak Fund Services in Guernsey

This acquisition brings together two highly regarded Guernsey businesses with talented people, closely aligned cultures, shared values and a commitment to exceptional client service.

Dart targets next generation of Caymanian property professionals

Kyle Mason, senior manager in Dart’s active investments team, said the programme was developed to address the need for more locally trained professionals in the sector.

Proskauer research highlights Channel Islands’ pivotal role in European venture capital

While the research focuses on a defined cohort of larger funds, its findings are particularly striking given the scope of the sample.

Farsons Group delivers another year of steady growth

Group CEO Norman Aquilina said: “The group continues to operate within a challenging international environment shaped by geopolitical instability, supply chain disruptions, freight volatility and labour shortages.

BIBA 2026: brokers, MGA’s and Guernsey’s growing role

There was also greater emphasis on governance, operational resilience, data strategy and longer-term risk financing strategies, rather than focusing solely on the annual placement cycle.

Afreximbank Deepens Engagement with Jamaica to Drive Trade, Investment and Industrialisation

Afreximbank remains committed to supporting increased intra-Caribbean and Africa-Caribbean trade by improving access to trade finance, investment capital and advisory support

Mourant to support Guernsey AI Sprint with series of community-focused events

The sprint is being coordinated by a collective of the eight key Guernsey industry groups

News Appleby Bermuda Advises on USD111M Buttonwood Re Ltd. Catastrophe Bond Issuance, Marking Mangrove’s ILS Market Debut

The transaction was led by Bermuda Managing Partner Brad Adderley

Bamboo Insurance is homebound under new ownership

Regalado explained that the decision was driven by Bermuda’s ability to support the captive’s role across Bamboo’s multiple fronting and reinsurance relationships.

BML sold USD 345 million within five months

Compared to last year's average of USD 47 million per month, this represents an increase of 47 percent per month.

Arch expands Maamoun Rajeh’s role

Mr Papadopoulo said the change was designed to strengthen alignment across the group’s global underwriting operations.

Barita brings merchant bank under flagship brand

BARITA’S transformation from securities dealer to diversified financial group reached another milestone last week when Jamaica’s only merchant bank – Cornerstone Trust & Merchant Bank – was renamed Barita Merchant Bank, bringin

BRIKS Advisory incorporates after Cayman Islands competition win

Powery said the business was built around a gap he identified during nearly two decades working in banking and corporate credit.

States records £45m surplus despite funding gap

The annual accounts record money that has come in and out in a single year, including one-off tax payments and investments, this is the surplus but it does not translate to money in the bank.

Cayman Islands property sales surge as prices rise in first quarter

Stamp duty assessed during the quarter totalled $38.37m, exceeding the year-to-date budget by $3.4m, according to the department.

Private credit industry faces scrutiny over liquidity, valuations and reporting

The report cited Blue Owl Capital as an example of how large-scale private credit managers are bringing these issues into sharper focus as the market evolves and attracts a wider investor base.

AM Best affirms Republic Insurance Cayman’s ratings

The agency said Republic Insurance has continued to generate positive operating earnings, with premium volumes tied largely to lending activity at its affiliated banking company.

MVR 160 million in profit via SOEs

According to statistics from the Ministry of Finance and Public Enterprises, this is a 36 percent drop compared to 2025. Last year saw the state receive MVR 258 million in SOE profits in the same time frame.

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