12/11/2020
Fidelis Raises an Additional $185 million of Capital for Continued Growth
Over the past year, the Company has raised over $1.3 billion of capital to support its growth plan taking Fidelis’ total capital to over $2.4 billion.
AIM and Hedge Funds
12/11/2020
How US managers use Guernsey structures to target European capital
Proposed amendments to the regime being put forward by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission, following discussions with industry, are welcomed, and should only enhance the reputation and use of the product.
12/11/2020
Guernsey Private Investment Fund regime sets out proposed changes
Following the feedback from a discussion paper during the summer, the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC) has now published a consultation paper inviting comments on three complementary approaches to PIF registration.
12/11/2020
Sanne in Mauritius wins 2 awards at the Employer Branding Awards 2020
The annual research undertaken by the Employer Branding Institute recognises employers that provide exemplary employee conditions, nurture and develop talent throughout all levels of the organisation, and strive to continuously optimise employment practic
12/11/2020
Maples Group Recognised for Excellence in Private Equity and Hedge Fund Administration
The alternative investment fund industry has undergone a significant transformation in recent years and managers and investors are under more pressure than ever as a result of the current environment.
12/10/2020
Guernsey and Brexit - What You Need to Know
With this in mind, we have drafted a quick guide on what you need to know and the practical implications for Guernsey.
12/10/2020
Global Captive Podcasts 2020: Captive Formations, Pension Longevity Swaps, Insurance Linked Securities, Economic Substance and Crypto Custody
The Global Captive Podcast, supported by legacy specialists R&Q, was launched by Richard Cutcher in March 2019 to provide independent, expert insight with the international captive community through a new medium – podcasting.
12/10/2020
Ogier advises Warburg Pincus & TowerBrook Capital Partners on takeover offer for AA plc
Ogier has advised the clients on all Jersey aspects of the transaction
12/09/2020
Sirius Group Expands New Excess & Surplus Lines (E&S) Platform
With the hardening rates in the E&S market, we see a significant opportunity in this space and our new E&S platform enables us to diversify our specialty insurance operations in the US.
12/09/2020
Leveraged finance: stepping into the void
Engaging with an experienced and responsive independent loan administrator can help eliminate the operational challenges and risks mid-market direct lending funds face. This can result in optimised operations and improved data and reporting quality.
12/08/2020
BOV Studies Plus+ fund to increase to €8,250,000 with European funds
The rapid take-up of the initial fund prompted us to apply for an extension and bring more funds to Malta.
12/08/2020
Funds Domiciliation Patterns at a Turning Point?
Contributors include Debra Franzese, Partner at New York law firm Seward and Kissell; Boris Onefater, CEO and founder of Constellation Advisors; Tim Hames, former Director General of the BVCA; and Jersey Finance’s Elliot Refson, Head of Funds.
12/07/2020
AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings Of Arch Capital
The ratings are based on Arch’s historically strong operating performance, as well as its balance sheet strength, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, and strong management team.
12/04/2020
Guernsey Funds - Third Quarter 2020
Over the past year, total net asset values have increased by £7.7 billon (3.4%).
12/04/2020
TISE continues to gain significant market share in the High Yield bond market
Our experience also extends to Emerging Market bonds and listings in the context of complex restructurings.
12/04/2020
Businesses need to review employment policies during hospitality ‘circuit breaker’
Organisations will need to look at the HR policies for their employees if they are having to shut down.
12/04/2020
Walkers Fundamentals White Paper 2020 – Regional Update: Europe
One year on, with the benefit of hindsight, this was something of an understatement. 2020 has tested all aspects of managers’ businesses, from the boardroom to the back office, and in many parts of the world out of the office altogether.
12/03/2020
BDO celebrates 120th anniversary
BDO in Guernsey has recognised 120 years of operating in the island this year.
12/03/2020
Guernsey wins two high-profile insurance mandates
Guernsey has also developed a niche in pensions de-risking and longevity swap transactions, primarily through the use of captive solutions.
12/02/2020
Grant Thornton expands with acquisition of Saffery Champness audit business
The transaction will have no impact on the rest of the business of Saffery Champness in Guernsey, nor on the wider audit business of Saffery Champness in the UK.