11/04/2020
Number of CIMA-registered open-ended funds grows by 7.7%
The total number of CIMA-registered funds increased by 834 from 10,857 at the end of 2019 to 11,691 in the third quarter of this year.
AIM and Hedge Funds
11/03/2020
Sovereign Group completes double M&A swoop
It has bought a tax advice firm in Portugal and a trust company in Gibraltar
11/03/2020
Abu Dhabi Global Market Partners With Companies House Gibraltar
The agreement will enable ADGM and CHG to develop their respective registry functions through the provision of expertise, the facilitation of applicable activities within their respective jurisdictions and the provision of support in the integration of in
11/03/2020
Ocorian shortlisted for AREF's Affiliate of the Year Award
The award will be judged on a number of measures, such as significant activity in a key area, hosting of events, or consistent contribution to our affairs over a long period.
11/03/2020
HSCM Bermuda to take a majority stake in Southern Fidelity
HSCM Bermuda, Hudson Structured Capital Management, Edouard von Herberstein, Southern Fidelity Insurance Company, SFIC, James Graganella.
11/02/2020
Dr. Chiragra Chakrabarty discusses IMF report and argues on Mauritius as safest financial hub for Africa
For many years, Mauritius, as a jurisdiction has posed itself not only as a business conduit to Africa but tourism, is a major economic pillar that has leveraged growth significantly.
11/02/2020
How data reporting and migration can keep investors happy
In particular, funds that focus on sectors such as real estate, leisure and hospitality, are likely to struggle over the next six to 12 months if they are not already.
10/29/2020
JT wins national award for "putting customers first"
The award adds to the two awards that JT was shortlisted for in July.
10/29/2020
Sanne shortlisted as the ‘one to watch’ in fund administration
The Editors’ Choice categories cover areas where the Global Custodian surveys do not reach, but recognise industry companies to watch.
10/29/2020
OPINION: How do we create a united Jersey?
The New Social Covenant, a term penned by The World Economic Forum is based on a simple concept of community participation and shared values, instilling a sense of trust and ensuring mutual responsibility to those shared values.
10/29/2020
OMFIF Index Shows Improved Resilience In African Financial Markets
It is the premier indicator of the stage of maturity of Africa’s financial markets and serves as a guide for governments to put the necessary infrastructure in place to deepen and improve the markets in order for Africa to attract its fair share of
10/29/2020
'Banking Desert' Fears Following Scotia Pull-Out
Given the withdrawal of the Royal Bank of Canada a few years ago, this will be felt even more because Long Island has essentially become a banking desert.
10/28/2020
IQ-EQ supports launch of Multiplicity Partners’ new fund
The fund is seeking to raise commitments up to a hard-cap of US$100 million and is aimed at sophisticated institutional investors.
10/28/2020
Rebranded Bank Targets 40% Managed Asset Rise
While the pandemic has deterred many would-be investors, the RF Bank & Trust chief said it has also created "opportunities that come with change, and it's how you take advantage of it".
10/27/2020
Cayman Islands open to remote workers - but only if you earn over £70k
The Cayman Islands have launched a new scheme for remote workers who want a change of scenery - if you've got a high salary
10/27/2020
A&A Investment Adviser to acquire an Irish ICAV
A&A Investment Adviser's Luxembourg’s entity has agreed to terms with an Asset Management Firm to acquire an Irish ICAV, which it says will be one of the most innovative launch platforms for quantitative sub-funds in UCIT's format in t
10/27/2020
Mauritius Introduces Premium Travel Visa for Long Stays
An online platform for the e-Visa application will be available shortly.
10/27/2020
Finance Minister announces measures geared towards accelerating economic recovery
Minister Padayachy pointed out that the economy suffered from the national lockdown which resulted in a contraction of 15 % of our GDP in March-May and 32,5% in April-June compared to the same period last year.
10/27/2020
Guernsey firm sponsors UK Rugby team
Ravenscroft, which started up in Guernsey, has become the principal partner of the Bristol Bears Rugby League team, as part of a significant rebrand of its UK business.
10/26/2020
Alternative investments a must for the modern portfolio
Alternative investments may include hard assets such as commodities, currencies, infrastructure projects, vacant land and developed real estate/real estate investment trusts (REITs).