10/11/2020
Gold: Cayman’s popular import
Cayman does not charge import or export duties on gold and, unlike in many European markets, there is no sales tax on storage fees.
AIM and Hedge Funds
10/09/2020
Over $400 million taken from pensions
In addition, the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority has not yet revealed the remittance figures for the third quarter of this year, which might indicate how much of this cash was actually sent overseas.
10/08/2020
2020: Private Equity embraces the Special Purpose Acquisition Company during a record year
In many respects, the aims of SPACs and customary VC / PE strategies are very similar and firms are now seeing that SPACs themselves might other multiple advantages over the traditional acquisition and investment holding structures utilised by PE.
10/08/2020
Even during a pandemic, international business is flourishing in Bermuda
The island has become a center for innovation—and one of the world’s safest places to work.
10/07/2020
Benefits of pre-IPO trusts for companies listing on the Hong Kong stock exchange
While pre-IPO planning requires the expertise of numerous professional parties, their combined attention tends to be on ensuring the business is in the best possible position for listing.
10/07/2020
Private equity has prospects for longer-term sustainable investing, says Guy Hands
Guy Hands told a webinar hosted by Guernsey Finance, staged as part of Climate Week NYC 2020, that he believed that longer-life funds and long-term investment would grow in popularity.
10/07/2020
AXA XL Wins Bermuda Insurer Of The Year
The recognition came during the insurance industry publication Reactions magazine’s North America Awards ceremony which was held virtually on September 24th.
10/07/2020
Imperium Trust acquires Vicena International
Vicena, a family business founded in 1993, is based in Kent and has developed an international client base.
10/06/2020
Vistra expands its global footprint
Vistra expands its global footprint and expertise by entering the Japan market
10/06/2020
CCRIF expands coverage to the private sector, launches new products for C'bean utilities
It currently provides parametric insurance coverage for tropical cyclones, earthquakes, excess rainfall, and the fisheries sector to 19 governments in the Caribbean and three in Central America.
10/05/2020
Guernsey’s Together Bond launch expected in January 2021
Ravenscroft will be undertaking an extensive marketing exercise in January 2021 and is committed to ensuring that the Bond is accessible to all potential investors.
10/02/2020
Demand drives team changes at Jersey Business
Kenny Sillars is leading our six strong advisory team which has been enhanced since the start of the COVID-19 crisis with temporary specialists in financial planning, property and HR.
10/01/2020
Franklin Templeton launches emerging markets sustainability fund
The fund will also apply specific ESG exclusions and will not invest in companies that are involved in weapons, tobacco, coal and unconventional oil and gas extraction, or whose actions have violated the United Nations Global Compact.
10/01/2020
St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Highlights Advantages of Citizenship by Investment Programme for Middle Eastern Investors
Under the temporary discount, families of up to four can acquire citizenship for US$150,000 rather than US$195,000.
10/01/2020
Pension funds: hedging longevity risk
Pension funds that operate defined benefit schemes are exposed to longevity risk; the risk that their pensioners live longer than predicted.
10/01/2020
ESG and the global insurance industry: Bermuda as a pathway to encourage sustainable growth
Insurance is, at its core, a risk mitigation tool employed to protect and support businesses, communities and economies from loss, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic will no doubt be one of the largest insurance events in history.
10/01/2020
A Diverse Business - Guernsey’s Insurance Sector
Clients come to Carey Olsen because of our extensive experience, industry know-how and proven track record in advising the insurance industry.
10/01/2020
Apex Launches Australian Corporate Solutions Business
The addition of corporate solutions capabilities is an exciting development and clearly demonstrates our continued commitment to providing new and existing clients with our single-source solution across Australasia.
10/01/2020
More sophistication being seen in use of captives
Lots of people have heard something about captives, they see their premiums rise by a multiple of five or six, and they think about a captive looking for a short-term benefit, to allow them to cope with the vagaries of the insurance market.
09/30/2020
Ocorian acquires Newgate Compliance
The deal, which was agreed on 22 September, is subject to regulatory approval.