Managers of Wealth Offshore

We can do worse than follow Cayman’s lead

With the UK’s gun to its head, it did so, and it involved tough decisions

Nothing ventured, nothing gained by Penny Lovell

As anyone who has invested money knows, Ariadne’s feeling that she was foolish to risk it all is a common one.

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Offshore trusts not just for tax cheats

Establishing a foundation is not necessarily aimed at cheating the tax man, Rebecca Waterhouse says.

Equiom secures increased debt finance package to support growth

The capital raised by this financing package will support continued investment in our infrastructure

Monaco and Gibraltar private banking divisions change hands

Both acquisitions are expected to be completed during 2016, subject to regulatory approval.

Global tax enforcement puts Cayman in the crosshairs

The Cayman Islands have proven no exception to this rule, particularly within the last 12-18 months.

Inflation: No smoke without fire - eventually? by Justin Urquhart Stewart

Anyone remember inflation? Those of a certain age may recall those dreadful days of flared trousers, kipper ties and double digit inflation.

Jersey Finance announces 2016 GCC Roadshow events

Jersey Finance is delighted to announce our 2016 GCC Roadshow events, which will take place in Doha on Monday 18 April and in Dubai on Wednesday 20 April.

Mariah Carey 'set to wed billionaire fiancé

The pop diva's schedule is currently jam-packed with filming for her upcoming docuseries and her first European tour in a decade.

No investment bank handling 1MDB's funds in Caymans

He also asked if the investment was guaranteed by British Virgin Island firm Aabar Investments PJS Ltd or Abu Dhabi firm Aabar Investments PJS.

Butterfield Bank discloses possible US$4.8M payment

As the investigation remains ongoing at this time, the timing and terms of the final resolution, including any fines or penalties, remain uncertain

St. Kitts keeps its soul, retirees keep their wealth

So for retirees looking to slow things down, St. Kitts in particular is an idyllic escape that is equal parts out-of-the-ordinary and a flashback to a simpler Caribbean time when food and entertainment dominated the culture.

SocGen buys Kleinwort Benson to create wealth management giant

The deal creates one of the largest British wealth managers with a combined assets under management of almost £20bn and more than 1,000 staff, writes Martin Arnold.

Boston’s Katherine Ellis named as finalist in WealthBriefing Awards

With over 17 years’ experience in the sector, Katherine has been at the forefront of some major developments during her career.

McCartney: Enhancing the Investment Climate

The DNA asks, quite directly, where are the investments after the Prime Minister and in particular, the Jr. Minister for Investments, spoke of making the process for approvals quicker for foreign direct investment?

Old Mutual to cut share in Nedbank to minority

Johnson said the exact mechanism to achieve any reduction in Old Mutual’s shareholding in Nedbank Group was yet to be finally determined.

Private bank giant buys majority stake in wealth manager

The remaining stake will continue to be held by the firm’s executive partners.

Fund manager migration to Jersey highlighted as exciting trend at annual conference

Shifts in regulation and changes in attitudes towards reputation are prompting a rise in the inward migration of alternative fund managers to Jersey, delegates at a major annual funds conference have heard.

11 Stars Who Own Private Islands

Ricky Martin: He reportedly paid $8 million for an island off the coast of Brazil in 2008.

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