Managers of Wealth Offshore

Central Bank of Belize Dispels Misinformation

Section 197 of the Criminal Code of Belize states that any person found guilty of damaging or defacing a currency note can face a fine of up to $250.

Government looks to reset balance with Caymanian Protection Act

He said the first wave of immigration reform will come into force in October with later phases planned further down the line.

Central Bank reports rise in digital banking charges

From a policy perspective, the Central Bank is continuing to review reforms to increase digital financial inclusion

Trusts in insurance structures

Trusts provide insurers with an efficient and secure mechanism to facilitate ownership structuring requirements and to manage insurance policies.

Privy Council rules on retirement home worker’s COVID sacking

Charities, like The Pines, are excluded from the Labour Acts, so the department had refused to investigate her case.

Documents and information that can be obtained in respect of a BVI company

They may also be necessary for due diligence purposes of a business interested in making a deal with a BVI company

Your comprehensive guide to appointing an executor

An executor can be a family member or a trusted advisor; even banks and trust companies are possible candidates.

Navigating BVI FSC inspections – guidance and action for BVI licensees

In undertaking these inspections, the FSC will be assessing the implementation and effectiveness of the entity's established control systems through inquiry, demonstrations and sample testing of client files.

Reintroduction of the trainee minimum wage rate in Jersey

These rates will apply to trainees within the first two years of an approved training programme.

BOV commences share buyback programme

First credit institution in Malta to introduce this scheme

Money market report for the week ended August 15

Information on ECB monetary operations and the domestic Treasury bill market

Unravelling usufruct over shares: the new Article 117A of the Companies Act

How does usufruct apply when the asset is a share in a company?

How do cross-border rules shape estate planning in the Crown Dependencies?

Understanding succession laws, domicile and disclosure rules is key to effective cross-border planning using Jersey and Guernsey structures.

The broken promise of privatisation

Privatisations have cost societies a lot while promising to improve the economy

FRC flags $137.5M fiscal data discrepancy and risks to deficit target

A strong final quarter performance will be needed, although downside risks associated with possible underperformance in some revenue categories threaten this projected outturn.

Coinbase executive praises Genius Act

Ms Haas was speaking in a fireside chat with Oppenheimer analyst Owen Lau at the Oppenheimer 28th Annual Technology, internet and Communications Conference.

AM Best proposes changes to its rating criteria

This stems from AM Best’s view that all of the PCC’s policyholder rights should be ranked as being on an equal footing with each other

Conyers Announces 2025 Gap Year Programme

The programme generally requires a 3-4 month commitment to a full time position

Jersey Private Funds and Operational issues for Designated Service Providers: A timely reminder of a need to update best practice

The JFSC’s action against GBTCL serves as a cautionary tale for Jersey’s financial services sector

Basel III consultation: advanced approaches, systemic importance, the Net Stable Funding Ratio and the leverage ratio

We have also provided an updated timeline for our roadmap in light of the UK’s delayed implementation of Basel III until 1 January 2027.

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