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| Investor exodus continues |
Single broker blamed as Brandeaux puts brakes on its property fund redemptions |
| Pressure on Isle of Man to abolish tax on pensions |
FPI sales buck group decline |
| Fairbairn launches Guernsey QROPS |
Guernsey opens doors to UK taxman |
| Asset management merger for Crédit Agricole and Soc Gen |
Gartmore launches long/short euro equity fund |
| Uncertainly for Britannia IoM after Co-Op deal |
Offshore insurers campaign for EUSD exemption |
| Jersey delegation to visit US to rebut tax haven status |
HSBC to cut securities services jobs on IoM, Guernsey |
| T.Rowe Price launches global and euro equity funds |
IoM vote on Kaupthing set for 9 April |
| Pru Int'l enhances fund allocation |
Investec alters bond fund remit |
| Global CFP charter mark uptake grows |
Monaco snatches London's property crown |
| Final four countries come off OECD blacklist |
Ashmore unveils distressed financials fund |
| Vote set for £180m Kaupthing scheme |
TriAlpha launches corporate bond fund |
| New Star's Duffield rides again |
Legislation will help Jersey’s funds industry, lawyers say |
| Castlestone seeks Banksy and Damien Hirst for art fund |
Foot: Isle of Man has nothing to fear from review |
| Bermuda signs nine tax agreements |
BarCap survey: In downturn, India, China seen remaining most attractive wealth markets |
| Abbey Int'l unveils 3% fixed term account |
New mortgage service targets buyers of Turkish properties |
| UK offshore centres breathe sigh of relief as Foot interim report released |
Darling Budget targets wealthy, tax evaders and avoiders |
| European insurance sector fund launched |
Cazenove unveils Channel Islands financial planning business |
| Offshore bond industry may get budget boost |
Luxembourg funds industry slumps for first time |
| Major US employment agency opens Dubai office |
EFAMA urges European fund managers to rise |
| Isle of Man hails prospect of better recovery for KS&F depositors |
UK funds hold assets worth more double national GDP |
| Alternative investment industry officials criticise draft EU draft directive |
Bank of Scotland Int’l launches new FTSE 100-linked structured product |
| Nexus expands into Qatar and launches Takaful product |
UK funds industry a global "contender" after Budget improvements |
| UK alternative asset industry says EU directive could damage its members |
UK publicly recognises Isle of Man’s improvements |
| Clerical Medical Int'l brand to disappear |
Henderson's plans for New Star International revealed |
| Investec Bank (CI) promotes consistency of account |
AIFA seeks to consult with financial services industry on regulation |
| Malta link in FSA boiler room arrests |
Saxo Bank to open DIFC operation |
| London & Colonial inks Organon QROPS deal |
‘Tax haven’ myths busted: legitimate reasons to go offshore (and also, why some prefer to keep it at home) |
| BNY Mellon launches Dublin-domiciled emerging markets fund |
Lehman's global asset management arm rises from the ashes |
| Old Mutual AM expanding offshore platform with 2 new funds |
FSA announces review of structured products |
| Zurich launches portfolio bond |
Jersey Finance appoints head of new Hong Kong office |
| KKR to open office in Dubai |
Samena rolls out Japan long/short equity fund |
| Ascenta launches resources special situations fund |
Abbey International unveils two savings products |
| Assurance given that Privy Council to move on Jersey foundations |
ALIL study: frozen pensions for Britons retiring to seven of 12 popular retirement destinations |
| Expat pensioners suing British government over benefits "freezing" |
Fortis's Guernsey operations split into independent bank and trust operations |
| Generali International enhances Choice product |
Scorpio study: world’s ‘Mobile Wealthy’ still prefer Switzerland |
| Institute of Financial Planning introduces new CFP option |
New Pictet fund targets agricultural sector |
| US deal sees Luxembourg scrap banking secrecy |
Profit pressure seen forcing changes to active management firms |
| KSF depositors block Isle of Man asset recovery scheme |
MediCare parent SBJ Global in MBO from Axa |
| Stenham reopens trading strategy, launches currency shares classes |
Fund flows positive for first time since summer 2007 |
| International brands of Abbey, A&L and B&B to survive |
International Adviser in OBSR offshore funds first |
| Islamic finance training course launched in London |
High profile Jersey property fund in Europe’s largest IPO |
| Kaupthing Isle of Man liquidated, as final battle begins |
Banks, insurers move in, as UK/Channel Islands health deal ends |
| Gibraltar to hold a funds and wealth management seminar |
Banks, insurers move in, as UK/Jersey health deal ends |
| Guernsey asks its finance industry to begin contributing to marketing costs |
BBA web link for expats keen on onshore accounts |
| HSBC targets Gulf investors with first sukuk fund |
Fund manager Thames River makes five investment hires |
| US tax ruling deals blow to TLP market |
OECD begins new crackdown on 'super wealthy' |
| Aegon replaces 5 for Life with product offering age-related income |
Isle of Man businesses remain confident, survey finds |
| Spellman: money to Kaupthing IoM depositors should flow in “a few months” |
Schroder unveils global currency fund |
| RWC hires Corcell ahead of US long/short launch |
ALIL fixed-term one-year ‘tracker’ bond links to BoE base rate |
| French property tax changes boost Channel Islands and Manx investment sectors |
Lloyds TSB added to BBA’s website link for expats |
| Further details on HMRC’s latest Disclosure Op revealed |
Keydata placed in administration |
| Expatriate mortgage market picks up |
Pimco unveils Ucits III bond fund |
| Privy Council okays Jersey foundations |
BlackRock to acquire BGI |
| Jersey signs TIEA with Australia |
Gibraltar economy grew 9% in ’08, bucking downturn |
| Landsbanki depositors to seek delegates' attention during Commonwealth conference |
AIC to Treasury: UK benefits from its offshore centres |
| Dubai boosting supervisory scrutiny, in response to market changes |
FPI adds sophisticated fund tool to online offering |
| Jersey bank and fund assets fall |
Gibraltar’s 10% corporate tax rate still ‘go’ for next July |
| Another expat survey finds New Zealand tops in quality of life |
Standard Bank Offshore launches stock index-linked products |
| Jean-Baptiste de Franssu new head of EFAMA |
Liontrust snaps up GAM's Hollyman |
| Six Irish Sicavs in Vanguard’s index tracker fund launch |
Sanctions agreed on countries that ignore OECD tax standards |
| Isle of Man unveils tax transparency measures |
Expats in the UK among worst hit by global downturn |
| Skandia rolls out new product for Singapore |
Merrill Lynch Capgemini: world’s wealthiest suffer heavily in 2008 |
| UK traded life fund in move to Brussels as US clarifies on withholding tax profits |
Luxembourg reported to ECJ for Savings Directive breach |
| Appleby to become world’s largest offshore law firm |
Canada Life Int'l hires Axa's Armstrong, adds gold fund |
| Hedge fund attrition rate slows to 6% in 2009 |
RWC seeks distributor status for Cayman hedge funds |
| SLI adds Sicav range to MFEX platform |
Residency warning for UK expats with onshore bank accounts |
| Offshore wealth managers with US clients face new SEC regs |
Castlestone swoops on Picasso and Warhol artworks |
| Axa IoM launches multi-asset fund for offshore bonds |
PricewaterhouseCoopers retained as KSFIoM liquidator |
| Thames River Capital unveils Africa fund |
Singapore bans 10 finance houses from selling structured notes |
| Barclays Capital’s latest guaranteed deposit accounts give ‘protected’ FTSE 100 exposure |
Bridport launches funds of ETFs |
| UK tax evaders have until October to come clean, warns HMRC |
FPI targets Middle East bancassurance sector |
| Investec re-launches Global Franchise Fund in Luxembourg |
Sarasin unveils sustainable property fund |
| Standard Chartered unveils Aussie expat wealth service |
M&G launches Guernsey Strategic Corporate Bond Fund |
| RWC reveals US Absolute Alpha fund details |
MPL's traded life fund added to Hansard platform |
| EEA makes TLP fund redemptions easier – and is rewarded with inflows |
Full repayment by September for majority of Kaupthing IoM depositors |
| Simon Massey to head up combined CleriMed/Scot Wids sales force |
Jersey legislators back bank compensation scheme |
| Pictet launches US value fund |
Irish funds industry strengthens ties with China |
| Abbey International launches 'Income Accelerator' structured deposit |
Meteor unveils five year plan paying 7.25% |
| FPI rolls out Middle East protection plan |
IMG Europe launches Mediterranean expat health plan |
| Rush to OECD ‘altar’ continues, as more countries agree TIEAs |
Lehman Bros Minibond saga in Hong Kong nears end, as banks agree on HK$6bn buyback |
| Australia’s ANZ to distribute FPI’s Global Portfolio in Singapore |
Thomas Roiz named to head RBC Suisse’s Latin American HNW business |
| HMRC formally unveils disclosure scheme; offshore account holders targeted |
Ignis swoops on New Star Henderson European sales team |
| UBS sued by HK woman for £15.8m-plus loss, according to reports |
Bank of Scotland International unveils 8% income product |
| Tax advice must go global, says Step report |
Legg Mason's Miller fund opens to UK |
| Standard Life Investments’ Sicav range added to German platform |
New Guardian Managers fund gives investors exposure to UK building societies |
| Friends Prov spurning of Resolution shines spotlight on Cowdery’s Guernsey structure |
Lloyds TSB Int'l overhauls Bonus Saver Account |
| Cofunds adds Thames River offshore funds to platform |
RBC cees unveils brace of Guernsey QROPS |
| Financial Partners splits to survive recession |
EU expansion for Equiom with Cyprus operation |
| BLME launching shariah-compliant money market Sicav for professional investors |
New European IFA association sets out its goals |
| Canada Life Int'l adds protected gold fund, extends extra allocation offer |
Landsbanki depositors to receive further 25% |
| Friends agrees to Resolution takeover |
UK agrees tax evasion deal with Liechtenstein |
| BNY Mellon snaps up Insight for £235m |
International life sector braces for consolidation after Friends Prov takeover |
| de Vere & Partners buys Programmes for Wealth International |
Australia tweaks taxes for overseas investors in bid to boost fund inflows |
| HMRC wins case for access to 308 banks’ offshore accounts |
Britannia launches new issue of its Guaranteed Capital Bond |
| FPI adds volatility funds |
Vam launches Asia fixed income fund |
| HMRC: Liechtenstein tax amnesty not open to abuse |
TIEAs mount as G20 meeting approaches |
| Credit Suisse launches Mena Sicav |
Most euro offshore accounts paying less than ECB rate |
| Au revoir New Zealand, Australia: UK expats prefer France, Halifax Int’l says |
Royal London 360° unveils unit-linked whole of life protection product |
| UBS agrees to hand over account details to IRS |
HMRC clarification of Liechtenstein 'amnesty' leaves tax experts puzzled |
| Standard Life Int'l adds structured deposits to International Bond |
HSBC enters European ETF market with FTSE tracker |
| Regulator says SFC licence not needed to sell fund-linked insurance products in Hong Kong |
IoM Kaupthing depositors to get first payment next week |
| Hong Kong intermediaries daunted by compliance deadline for new regs |
UK single premium offshore bond sales collapse in Q2 |
| Friends Prov Int’l launches protection plan for greater Hong Kong market |
Britannia Int’l launches new issues of two capital guaranteed bonds |
| Payday on Friday for IoM Kaupthing depositors |
Vistra sells stake to private equity firm to fuel growth |
| IMA sales of overseas funds rocket in July |
Advisory firm IFS opens for business in Qatar |
| Jupiter hands Surtees onshore Asian fund |
SWIP launches GEM funds and UK active extension product in Sicav |
| OECD proclaims 'revolution' in tax evasion battle |
Decision awaited in expat pension battle |
| Expat parents think their children gain from living abroad: NatWest International study |
Guernsey Finance’s Niven speaks out on his Resolution, F&C directorships |
| Abbey In’tl boosts sterling rates for account holders |
Sweden critical of proposed EU regs on alternative funds as Myners meets with lawmakers in Brussels |
| Switzerland agrees to exchange tax data with UK |
VAM Funds ramps up distribution strategy |
| Standard Chartered launches private banking services for HNWIs in Taiwan |
Jersey rejects claims it will seek UK bailout to plug deficit |
| Make advice tax deductible to boost take-up, Australian government told |
Jersey Parliament expected to give final approval to draft depositor compensation scheme next month |
| UK residential property Sicav goes on the market |
DIFC licence for Mena absolute return house |
| FSA fines UK firm for advice on offshore bonds |
IMF issues long-awaited report cards on Jersey, Isle of Man |
| Singapore clamps down on investment sales |
Jupiter creates Asia sales role |
| Natwest International unveils new Autopilot Account |
MediCare Int’l launches more extensive health plan for expats and their families |
| Landsbanki Guernsey to take legal action against Iceland |
Gibraltar QROPS administrators unilaterally hold off transfers, pending HMRC clarification |
| Jupiter and de Vere in distribution deal |
Pru Int’l unveils online 'calculator' to help UK IFAs understand offshore bonds |
| UK tax authorities to investigate Lloyds offshore operations after BBC report |
Habits of the world's "future wealthy" identified in report |
| Guernsey funds drop again |
Survey: Hong Kong and Singapore join London and New York as 'global leaders' |
| Skipton Int’l opens doors for first time today in Guernsey as Scarborough CI enters history |
PJ Hayman unveils first-ever international medical tourism insurance |
| Europeans pay more for their funds: Lipper research |
Threadneedle completes Sicav restructuring ahead of international push |
| HMRC issues fresh guidance on Liechtenstein |
Leeds Building Society in Gibraltar offers expats UK depositor protection – and euro savings accounts |
| Aberdeen Asset Management establishes office in Sao Paulo |
ALIL and Bradford & Bingley Int’l name new directors, post 20% deposit growth |
| HSBC to offer banking services in IoM Post Offices |
Enhance Investments launches due diligence service for managers |
| Neptune looks to exploit international opportunities |
Castlestone unveils Ucits III global macro fund |
| Axa IoM becomes part of new business unit in restructure |
Tax evaders can now disclose online, says HMRC |
| New sovereign-backed Islamic investment firm for Dubai |
Investors continue to pile into Ucits funds as confidence returns |
| RBC Wealth Management ramps up Asian operations |
Landsbanki depositors stage protest in Guernsey |
| Commission disclosure edges closer in Hong Kong |
UK knocks US off top place in global ranking of financial centres |
| Nedgroup offers JPMAM-run fund to South African investors |
Prudential International adds 1% to Prudence, ahead of new fund launch |
| More than one-fourth of RBS Coutts staff in Singapore quit |
Report: China replaces UK as home to world’s fourth-largest HNWI population |
| Confusion reigns as HMRC denies reports of new tax amnesties |
Jersey companies approved for Hong Kong listing |
| Jupiter launches Global Equities Sicav to offer global market exposure |
Netherlands, Australia top new pensions league table; UK fifth |
| Crown Dependencies, under pressure, are reviewing ‘zero-10’ corporate tax regimes |
Guernsey, Jersey officials on promotional tour of Asia |
| BIBA amends travel insurance to protect against airlines, travel agents going bust |
Qatar National Bank-owned Ansbacher pulling out of Channel Islands after 38 years |
| Isle of Man faces £90m cut in revenue from UK, minister tells Tynwald |
IMA may classify offshore funds ‘from 2010’ |
| Thames River adds two Ucits-compliant credit sub-funds to Dublin umbrella |
ABI calls on European Commission to change how investment products are sold |
| Luxembourg’s Alfi reaching out to investors with plans for Hong Kong office, website |
Shock and disbelief in Isle of Man as ending of reciprocal health agreement talk adds to woes over revenue loss news |
| Gibraltar joins OECD tax information exchange ‘white list’ |
Schroders launches Ucits III hedge fund platform with Egerton fund |
| Credit Suisse launches ETF range into Italy and plans another in Germany, as part of new pan-European strategy |
De Blonay re-enters Jupiter's orbit |
| Collins Stewart launches fund of absolute return funds |
AIFM directive's proposed redraft gives hope to alternative funds industry |
| Stenham appointment to spearhead Caribbean sales |
Asian fund market to grow 50% in five years |
| One week on, Isle of Man contemplates a future on its own three legs, after UK puts boot in |
Final Foot report sets out recommendations for UK government and its offshore financial centres |
| New L&C EU Sipp gives greater flexibility to UK expats |
Tax Justice Network names Delaware/the US the world’s most secretive jurisdiction |
| Jersey Parliament expected to consider depositor compensation scheme on Tuesday |
Italian crackdown on tax evasion hits Switzerland, which ends double-taxation treaty talks |
| Jersey Parliament may address depositor compensation scheme today |
Barclays Capital’s latest protected deposit accounts give ‘protected’ FTSE 100 exposure |
| Standard Bank Offshore launches two stock index-linked products |
Review of Guernsey’s banking industry recommends 'more diversified' banking system |
| HMRC’s YouTube video featuring Hartnett gets roasted by Telegraph |
First details of Jersey’s new depositors’ compensation scheme revealed |
| STEP unveiling its first-ever qualification for IFAs |
Blacktower to expand with offices in Nice, Rome and Middle East |
| De Vere to swell UK-based adviser ranks sixfold |
NDO a "dead duck" as uptake fails to materialise |
| SEB Asset Management offers three-fund Ucits-compliant Sicav range to UK retail market |
Invesco de-registers funds from South Africa |
| Singapore now on OECD white list with signing of 12th tax agreement |
Turkey’s Akbank gets DIFC license |
| Friends Prov Int’l stresses recent growth as it posts 24% slide in new business in first three quarters |
Fry Group names Martin Wright to head new Kuala Lumpur office |
| Jupiter launches US equity Sicav |
Managers of Australia’s superannuation funds agree new industry standards |
| IHT warning from Axa IoM chief |
Adviser commission to come under insurer scrutiny |
| AILO chairman Morgan-Moodie hands over reins to take on CEO role |
Killik appoints new Dubai head |
| Saga of KS&F(IoM) collapse plays out in Tynwald |
HMRC faces fresh QROPS legal challenge |
| Providers unite to form Structured Products Association |
Soc Gen opens wealth management office in Bahrain |
| Australian parliamentary committee recommends more transparency, changes to advisers' compensation system |
Cayman Islands raises $312m in first-ever int’l bond placement |
| Head of Dubai financial centre replaced with Emirates NBD’s Al Tayer |
Dalton launches lower-risk version of its global asset allocation funds |
| Advisers back AILO commission discussions but question motives |
Fidelity's Bolton to move to Hong Kong to run China fund |
| OECD confirms drop in tax revenues across member states |
Channel Islands trusts attacked by Austrian minister ahead of crunch EUSD talks |
| New offshore funds regime takes effect on Tuesday |
NDO extended to give tax dodgers more time |
| Dubai debt concerns sparks market sell-off |
Australia is latest gov't to unveil ‘amnesty’ on offshore earnings |
| Malta gains QROPS approval |
Ucits funds see third quarter of net inflows, led by Luxembourg; Italian funds stage return |
| EU court ruling seen to favour non- Spain sellers of Spanish properties pre-2007 |
Clock ticks on Italian tax amnesty |
| Senior financial figures join Globaleye advisory board |
Mourant to be acquired by Boston’s State Street |
| HMRC confirms 70% tax bill for QROPS invested in residential property |
Central London CISX-listed property fund seeks 100% return in five years |
| 215 hedge funds fold in first 10 months of 2009 |
Guernsey’s Moulton in comeback with Better Capital vehicle |
| Euro finance ministers fail to reach EUSD agreement |
Multi-asset fund from Armstrong Investment Managers |
| Canada, Australia and Thailand top HSBC survey of expats; UK is near bottom |
MediCare International has ‘winter sale’ on individual health policies |
| Single premium offshore bond sales continue to drop but regular business improves |
Tax and financial transparency essential to future of offshore centres, says IoM |
| ‘Foot Review’ author Michael Foot to speak at Guernsey, Isle of Man events in February |
Jersey executives in launch of int'l business school |
| Expats like their online access, and are increasingly fickle, ALIL survey finds |
Budget reveals anti-tax evasion and avoidance measures, plus 50% bonus tax |
| 'Draconian' 200% tax penalty for offshore evaders |
Jupiter launches China Sustainable Fund in Sicav |
| ‘Foot Review’ author Michael Foot to speak at event in Isle of Man |
Royal London 360° pulls trust from market after PBR ban |
| Royal London 360° provides Paragon investors with new fund options |
Sterling is the X-pat factor, as cash-strapped Britons abandon the Eldorado dream |
| Standard Life Investments offers multi-asset target return strategy to Australian investors |
UK MP calls for UK intervention to ensure ‘full compensation’ for all KS&F Isle of Man depositors |
| Zurich International Life's top man in the Middle East defects for rival |
Aviva re-opens euro property fund |
| UK politician blasts CI, IoM governments for ‘breathtaking silence’ over UK scrapping of reciprocal health agreements |
Centurion launches first-ever ‘macro/micro longevity fund’ |
| Landsbanki Guernsey administrators announce third distribution |
Resolution’s Friends Provident to buy its German distribution partner |
| Irish eyes smile on rival jurisdictions’ hedge funds |
Guernsey bank deposits fall in third quarter |
| British ex-pats lose £2 million in ‘sham investment scheme’ |
Friends Provident acquires German distribution partner |
| Isle of Man may protest to UK on end of reciprocal health agreement, paper says |
Seven in 10 continental Britons pondering return to Blighty |
| Clydesdale Bank Int’l reports growth despite Guernsey deposits fall |
Jersey’s funds industry NAV falls more than 17% in Q3; bank deposits also slip |
| Bell expected to avoid touching Zero-10 |
Focus turns to Liechtenstein as accountants report limited take-up of offshore tax ‘amnesty’ |
| Middle East visit for Luxembourg royal |
Cayman Gov't outlines immigration incentives |
| Schroders appoints Bottero as head of Italian property |
FEIFA membership grows as body plans first conference |
| Barclays Cap launches FTSE 100 linked structured products |
Long-running Alhamrani case in Jersey ends in settlement |
| Italy extends Scudo Fiscale to April |
Lombard restructures to create private wealth team |
| Royal London appoints Malaysian sales consultant |
HMRC: 10,000 take up NDO |
| SLI launches into Spanish market |
New global fund launched by Veritas |
| Zurich names replacement Middle East CEO |
Gibraltar reaches deal with UK government over Qrops |
| Investec adds three funds to GSF range |
Tax advisers criticise HMRC for low NDO response rate |
| Pru partners with UOB in east Asia |
NatWest launches first offshore Navigator structured product |
| DIFC and Lux sign MoU |
DSP launches Ucits-compliant European fund |
| Appleby to open Guernsey base |
Confidence on rise among trust and estate professionals |
| Thames River adds Absolute Return FoF |
IoM launches tax consultation paper |
| Spectre of fund taxation in offshore centres boosts Malta |
Jersey companies apply for HKSE listing |
| Redknapp charges a deterrent say tax experts |
Standard Chartered appoints head of trust and fiduciary to oversee expansion |
| Hazel Capital launches cleantech equity fund |
Abbey International offers 3.6% over 18 months |
| Canada’s McLean Budden in Dublin Ucits fund launch |
Royal London 360° appoints wrap relationship manager |
| Prudential to discontinue insurance operation in Japan |
Former Close MD banned from Jersey's financial industry after forging qualifications |
| Sterling hits four month high against euro |
OECD hails 2009 as year of most progress in tax evasion fight |
| Standard Life fined £2.45m by FSA |
Pru launches five OBSR-risk-rated fund-of-funds to give IFAs free expertise |
| Dubai FSA grant GMG licence |
Double digit growth predicted for Middle East insurance market |
| Good life ‘turns sour’ for many expats in wake of sterling’s fall, survey finds |
Warning for expat homeowners in northern Cyprus after UK court ruling |
| China's GDP grows by 8.7% in 2009 |
Investment managers launch Galileo Cap Management |
| Natwest IPB launches stepped deposit account |
CI banker calls for Jersey and Guernsey to work together |
| KPMG: Aggressive revenue approach to non-dom tax returns could cause UK exodus |
Butterfield steps-up Malta operations |
| Mixed City reaction as UK economy emerges from recession |
Fidelity suspends two Hong Kong managers |
| If it’s February, this must be Moscow: Jersey Finance roadshow continues |
Armajaro launches commodity hedge fund |
| Zurich launches Bahrain general insurance venture |
Ioma announces new trading names for business divisions |
| Thames River unveils plans for property securities fund |
Global fund assets mark fourth consecutive quarter of growth |
| Efama, KPMG seeking clarification on how passported Ucits funds to be taxed |
Suspended Fidelity managers named |
| M&G appoints bank relationship manager |
Quilter bolsters Jersey team |
| Canada Life Int'l retains top financial strength measure |
IoM firm's clients to face £200m tax bill |
| Vinum fine wine fund suspended |
Ogier expands into Asia |
| No 'immediate' changes to IoM zero-10 regime, says Bell |
RWC Partners unveils global absolute return fund |
| 60 licences revoked as UAE tightens regulation |
Equity Trust challenges QROPS decision |
| Nucleus turns provider after buying insurer |
Hong Kong insurance brokers advised to begin disclosing commissions |
| UK pension providers pushing for tax changes to reduce use of QROPS |
MPL granted South Korea distribution |
| FPI overhauls its Reserve Advance offshore bond |
Chatfeild-Roberts takes over CIO role at Jupiter |
| Investment managers fail to see risks of AIFM says BDO |
Channel Island law firms to merge |
| NatWest IPB launches ninth Autopilot Account |
Neuberger Berman beefs up Asia-Pacific team |
| Advisers in UAE told to enforce anti-money laundering rules |
CrossBorder to launch Ucits III version of Pulsar Alpha Fund |
| Siddalls Spain joins deVere |
Malta issues re-domiciling guidelines |
| Global balance sheet repair will 'take years' and weigh on Asia's growth: Invesco guru Greenwood |
UK strikes new deal to buy stolen bank data in tax evasion battle |
| Aviva pulls out of Offshore bond business |
IAM opens office in Madrid |
| Parmenion adds Canada Life Int'l to its platform |
GLG launches hedged version of Japan fund |
| Sants to leave FSA |
Gibraltar FSC cancels licences of Marrache, citing breaches of legislation |
| Absolute return bond fund from Liontrust |
Police move on Marrache, two arrested |
| Redknapp in court on tax charges |
London & Colonial to launch QROPS in Gibraltar |
| Landsbanki Guernsey depositors told their claims ‘rejected’ |
AILO launches consultation on adviser commission |
| Concerns over NZ's QROPS status quelled |
Skandia international cuts senior sales team |
| Manx confidence remains buoyant |
GAM and Insynergy launch China fund |
| LGI sales held back by Netherlands |
Close appoints offshore banking head |
| Carne strengthens Dubai team |
RBS and deVere announce link-up |
| Nikko rolls-out World Bank-backed green fund |
Gaines-Cooper ruling makes QROPS more attractive, Guernsey provider says |
| JPM launches bond fund for Coleman |
Dubai will recover but not soon, says Oxford Analytica |
| F&C adds US Sicav to multi-manager and lifestyle funds |
Clydesdale Bank moves to Guernsey |
| Life companies strategise ahead of high-tax Britain |
VAM gains FSA approval to market in UK |
| Liontrust to launch fund for Hollyman and Cornish |
UK trading on "past glories" |
| Michael Foot, author of independent review into UK offshore centres, reveals empathy for their plight |
European money market funds saw outflows in 2009; Ucits funds rebounded, EFAMA data reveals |
| BNP Paribas to merge Fortis Sicavs into range |
Prudential confirms AIA takeover |
| Close Brothers confirms withdrawal from Gibraltar bank deal with Marrache |
CAAM funds rebrand as Amundi |
| State Street to boost Dublin presence |
India office seen step closer as Jersey Finance gets share of stimulus package |
| Neptune partners with FEIFA |
ICAEW opens office in Dubai |
| Barings puts five offshore funds on Cofunds |
OBSR removes JPM JF India from service |
| Castlestone brings multi-asset fund into Ucits III structure |
Equity Trust beefs up sales team |
| OMAM to launch fund for Kerr |
ALC Health makes fourth hire for year |
| UAE restores licences of 14 insurance brokers |
Malta’s regulator approves two pension schemes |
| Global bond funds continue to see inflows |
Time running out for offshore disclosure scheme |
| Close International warns expats after Gains Cooper case |
New US offshore tax evasion legislation ‘could reach Obama’s desk by May’ |
| Barclays Cap adds dollar class to ‘protected’ accounts series |
Tokio Marine Asset Management expands its business development team |
| Offshore fund sales hit £1.6bn in UK last year |
Baillie Gifford Income Fund goes global |
| Guernsey funds post second quarter of growth |
Allan Bell moves to Economic Development in IoM reshuffle |
| BoA Merrill Lynch appoint offshore adviser |
Cavendish continues expansion with new hire |
| Barings launches MENA fund |
Expats rate Oz the best place to raise kids, UK scores ‘poorly’: HSBC Int'l survey |
| Appleby replaces Maples as offshore’s largest law firm |
Lombard launches PPLI in UK |
| SLI sees strong overseas sales |
Aegon Ireland launches protected fund |
| Jersey Finance roadshow on way to Dubai, Abu Dhabi |
Chief ministers of Guernsey, Jersey and Gibraltar in talks |
| Luxembourg’s Alfi plans June launch for Hong Kong office |
Baillie Gifford keen on emerging markets |
| London slips to tie with New York in latest (and last) Global Financial Centres Index |
SLI: No evidence to suggest GEM will outperform |
| Skandia Int'l links with Concept Group |
Decision on frozen state pensions of retired UK expatriates due Tuesday |
| Deutsche Bank beefs up offshore team |
Irish Life bond issue raises €2bn |
| Newcits greatest risk is 'not living up to hype' |
News of chief minister talks ignites talk of independence |
| AES wins first Dubai licence |
Expats lose pensions claim in EU court |
| OMAM gets Swiss approval |
UBS under further tax scrutiny |
| No change to Cayman Islands tax regime |
Ashmore launches emerging market funds |
| UBS to recruit 400 staff in Asia |
Guernsey Finance to set up QROPS code of conduct |
| Fairbairn expands in London |
Hinduja Bank wins full licence in Dubai |
| LDF take-up remains slow |
DeVere to launch QNUPS |
| Management appointment at Royal London 360° |
Collins Stewart buys Corazon Capital |
| Jersey chief minister denies split rumours |
Standard Chartered commits to Middle East |
| Collins Stewart sees 25% profit fall in wealth arm |
FPI launches two sustainable investment funds |
| Santander appoints int’l private bank head |
Tax change revives interest in EFRBS |
| Obama signs bill with hidden provisions affecting non-US financial institutions |
Three more partners join FEIFA |
| SIG launches Dublin-based corporate bond fund |
Mirea appoints head of EMEA sales |
| Growth of Ucits funds to slow |
SLI to acquire majority stake in Aida Capital |
| UK to get tough on offshore tax evasion |
BNY Mellon launches global multi-asset fund for European investors |
| IMA to include offshore funds |
L&G reports strong overseas results |
| Growth in UK non-doms slowed by finance act |
EU in move to end squabbles over divorce venue |
| Budget: UK extends tax deals to more countries |
Budget: Darling targets offshore tax dodgers |
| Guernsey and Jersey in talks to open joint Brussels office |
New Zealand introduces retirement visas |
| News report quotes Swiss regulator telling banks to dump Americans |
Guernsey delegation to visit India |
| Dubai World gets Gov't help |
FSA to stop commission system in UK |
| GAM targets 12-15% absolute returns with quant strategies fund |
OBSR drops two Artemis International funds |
| Germany and Switzerland agree double tax deal |
Greece announces bond issue |
| Emirates NBD to launch Jersey-domiciled fund |
RWC launches fund into Germany |
| Credit Suisse opens Bahrain office |
Veritas strengthens global team with new analyst |
| Tony Blair under pressure from UK media over possible plans to avoid UK tax |
Heather Bestwick succeeding Kirkby at Jersey Finance |
| Congressman's letter sparks EU concerns of protectionism |
RBC continues onshore expansion |
| Midas Capital offloads overseas units |
UK Parliamentary report recommends self determination for Crown Dependencies |
| US Living Trusts may trigger UK trust tax liability |
FSA charges seven over insider dealing |
| IMA adds offshore funds to its sector classification system |
IOMA launches tax service |
| Kaupthing IoM directors defend their actions in ’08 collapse, paper reports |
RBC opens advisory office in Barbados |
| Jersey Finance backs growing list of TIEAs |
Malta FSA launches consumer DVD |
| New US law seen impacting global financial services industry |
Royal London launches trust with IHT appeal |
| International bodies extend tax evasion protocol |
As 50% top tax rate takes effect in UK, experts debate its likely effects |
| Royal London unveils revamped ‘Quantum’ savings product for international investors |
Landsbanki Guernsey depositors call attention to comments in UK Justice Committee report |
| HSBC launches Global Emerging Markets Equity Alpha Fund |
Fund introduces new income-producing asset class |
| Gulf countries move closer to implementing value-added tax |
John Spellman leaves Isle of Man Finance |
| HSBC launches FTSE 250 ETF |
Jon Moulton to speak at Guernsey funds event |
| Reports showing tax havens ‘cause children’s deaths’ refuted by new study |
Merrill Lynch boosts business development team |
| Qatar curbs visas for UK citizens |
Babyboomers looking overseas provide opportunities for IFAs |
| STM Group to buy Jersey firm |
Full QROPS encashment still taking place |
| Aviva re-enters Asia insurance market |
Reliance Asset Management (UK) opens in Dubai |
| SocGen opens Middle East office in Geneva |
Martin Currie refocuses Luxembourg Sicav range |
| Morningstar buys OBSR for £12m |
Morningstar: A question of integration |
| Schroders to launch Asian Income Maximiser |
Aviva Investors set to unveil Structured Returns Fund |
| Icelandic banking report questions role of owners |
Threadneedle launches emerging market bond fund |
| Zurich In’tl launches new corporate protection, pension plans for expats into Singapore |
CESR publishes MiFID consultation paper |
| Pictet Funds launches European long/short strategy |
Confidence in advisers still strong says Fidelity |
| FEIFA sets out plans to AILO |
Lib Dems target £5bn in anti-avoidance clawback |
| Veritas celebrates five years of global |
Skandia launches multi-asset funds into South Africa |
| Int'l law firm Harney Westwood opens Cyprus office |
MeesPierson launches ‘mini-portfolio’ multiple-asset fund of funds |
| Sharp increase in fund managers considering move overseas |
Advisers think risk outweighs returns |
| Crisis has changed Ultra HNW lives |
New fund laws introduced in British Virgin Islands |
| Vinum Fine Wine Fund forced to close |
China and Brazil sign trade agreements |
| Hilltop launches fund of hedge funds |
Barclays Radar Fund goes offshore |
| Singaporeans keen on commodities and emerging markets |
Lombard Odier to open Lux office, rejig Jersey operation |
| Guernsey moves closer to QROPS code of conduct |
Ash cloud postpones Jersey Finance conference |
| ABN Amro moves Middle East private banking operations to DIFC |
Luxembourg funds see 24% asset rise in 2009 |
| Australian tax authorities ramp up hunt for offshore tax evaders |
Isle of Man lawmakers to discuss permanent office in Brussels, paper says |
| Merrill Lynch replaces Swiss head |
Standard Life Int'l appoints new CEO |
| HSBC re-jigs multi-manager team |
Expats enjoy a better life, says NatWest Int'l |
| QROPS sales to grow in 2010, say advisers |
Investec adds to European sales team |
| Ex-Fidelity manager joins Avendus |
Ash cloud cancels Guernsey govt's India trip |
| Bachmann Group announce partial MBO |
Singapore reviews fund management rules |
| Manx Government eyes Brussels office |
Expat numbers fall in Gulf region |
| HMRC registers first Maltese QROPS |
IFAs making little headway in Asia Pacific |
| Hedge fund giant Marshall Wace relocating Cayman funds to Dublin, Hedge Funds Review says |
Merrill Lynch appoints another manager |
| Kotak Mahindra Financial Services opens in Dubai |
VAM funds approved in Singapore |
| Carne Global opens office in New York |
HSBC Private Bank appoints Ellis as MD of UK & Channel Isles |
| MLWM hires adviser to Dubai office |
Pru’s Asia plans threatened by shareholder action |
| Close Int's Cowley says Malta's fledgling QROPS biz may need time to develop |
BakerPlatt sells its training arm to Jersey’s new biz school |
| HSBC kicks off latest Expat Explorer survey |
Hong Kong regulator seeks trading ban on Tiger Asia |
| Thames River bought by F&C |
Fund flows slow but continue rising |
| Hong Kong SFC warns investors to check intermediary licenses |
UK leads Europe's discretionary table |
| Singapore to impose capital requirement on hedge funds |
Study sees ‘tectonic shift in private banking’ with HNWIs' move to Asia |
| Close steps up QROPS presence with new appointment |
Recent Cayman court decision may drive hedgies away, consultant says |
| Standard Chartered rejigs top private and personal banking roles |
Sinels launches business intelligence agency |
| Russell extends Middle East distribution deal; plans new launches |
Balanced funds make strong start to 2010 |
| Jersey sees £80bn fall in assets |
EU to address problem of double tax problems in cross-border venture capital investing in wake of report |
| ALC Health continues European expansion |
Hedge fund giant Marshall Wace relocating Cayman funds to Dublin |
| LGT CP to launch Ucits fund of hedge funds |
Pru rumoured to exit UK |
| Missing Marrache brother returns to Gibraltar to face questioning, Gib paper says |
Prudential consolidating UK and international sales forces |
| Quilter adds to Jersey team |
NatWest Int'l to release next Autopilot product |
| Investec closing its Guernsey trust operation following review |
European IFAs call for voice within new super regulators |
| Pension transfers by Armed Forces increase |
International Adviser poll |
| Liechtenstein unveils package of tax reforms, including flat corporate rate |
Duncan Lawrie opens Indian office |
| Iveagh launches into Spain |
Half of Brit expats in Spain to vote Tory |
| Asia drives growth for FPI |
BarCap adds a four-year euro-denominated protected deposit account with exposure to Euro Stoxx 50 |
| Close opens QROPS plan to life assurers |
Sales growth stalls for Royal London 360° in Q1 |
| Regulation & financial stability still key to QROPS advisers |
Interglobal moves into Pakistan |
| Legge to step down from Liontrust |
Standard Bank in private client drive |
| Isle of Man’s plan for Brussels office moves closer to fruition |
London & Capital tees up southern European expansion |
| IMG enhances expat medical plan |
Spectrum's Galway goes to Sovereign Group in Singapore |
| Ex Frontier man Liew sets up investment service |
Alquity to launch Africa fund |
| Quality Capital Mgmt launches Ucits version of its flagship managed futures product |
DIFC growth up 50% before crisis, says report |
| Equity Trust expands into Spain through Madrid joint venture |
Zil unveils Middle East retirement campaign |
| NatWest IPB launches next Navigator product |
UK agrees to talks on restoring reciprocal health agreement with Jersey |
| Ioma: coalition gov could boost offshore tax planning |
Odey in Swiss joint venture as it expands further into wealth management |
| Solvency II impact becoming clearer |
Language skills key to UK businesses |
| IMA’s Syyrilä reiterates UK concerns over AIFM directive |
Abbey Int'l launches dollar and Euro deposit accounts |
| Advisers begin to embrace guaranteed income streams |
Legg Mason to launch absolute return credit fund |
| Bond funds continue to buoy European fund sales |
Schroders adding emerging market fund to its GAIA Ucits platform |
| Close lifts Global Funds suspension |
CGT rise will see offshore bonds inflows 'in weeks' |
| Integral unveils brace of wealth services |
Funds industry ponders possible dawn of protectionist era as EU’s AIFM directive vote looms |
| SE Asian fund assets surpass 2007 peak |
Tosca teams with Deustche to launch mid cap fund |
| Matrix launches Ireland long/short Ucits fund |
Jersey Trust opens Luxembourg office |
| Man Group to acquire GLG for $1.6bn |
Guernsey consults on company law revisions |
| Three-quarters of UK football clubs are offshore |
Sabre to launch Ucits version of Style Arbitrage Fund |
| Euro hits four year low |
Prudential finally launches delayed rights issue |
| First vote on alternative funds directive today |
Econ committee approves alternative investment funds directive |
| Expats in line for Spanish CGT rebate |
F&C links with Allfunds to offer funds in Italy |
| Jupiter to float in June |
Regulators approve Kleinwort Benson takeover |
| European fund inflows near €90bn for Q1 |
AIFM directive now gets nod from EU finance ministers |
| Singapore to impose new retail fund rules |
Vam appoints Middle East sales director |
| FPI partners with FEIFA |
Hansard adds HSBC Brazil to offshore bond platform |
| Barclays launches adviser service in Channel Islands |
Swiss city aims to lure UK's rich with promise of low tax |
| Allianz creates pan-European investment team |
Maseco launches discretionary fund management service |
| Dominica, Grenada and St Lucia join OECD white list |
Kaupthing compensation case set to vindicate adviser |
| Carmignac registers funds in Sweden |
Con-Libs pledge non-dom tax review |
| Guernsey defiant in face of AIFM directive |
Barclays Wealth opens office in Rome |
| Longcross to launch residential and commercial property fund |
Huge US financial regulatory change a matter of weeks away |
| Nationwide Int'l launches new guaranteed accounts |
Offshore trustees urged to make distributions ahead of emergency budget |
| RBS Coutts appoints NRI/South Asia head |
Armstrong Investment Managers partners with FEIFA |
| Fortress to launch life settlements fund |
High net worths vary in their outlook for the economy |
| Prudential lists in Hong Kong and Singapore |
Singapore's Jigsaw recruits second adviser under de Vere deal |
| Stock markets plunge on European debt woes and Korean tensions |
Financial regulation to return to Bank of England, Queen’s Speech reveals |
| Jersey’s treasury minister pays visit Isle of Man |
Invesco report says Gulf investors keen on emerging markets |
| Source capitalises on interest in the US with S&P 500 ETF |
Jersey takes steps to join Single Euro Payments Area |
| DeVere appeals to digital generation with fund platform for iPhone and iPad |
Switzerland and Germany reign atop ranking of world’s 10 ‘top cities’ |
| New body to promote Guernsey as independent film finance centre |
Half of HNWs continue to make money during recession |
| Absolute return FoFs from FundQuest |
New compliance service launched in Guernsey |
| Guernsey and Isle of Man signal intention to join SEPA |
Maseco’s James Sellon named to Aurora forum |
| JP Morgan acquiring Guernsey funds services business from Schroders |
Prudential to renegotiate AIA deal |
| Mercator sells its Nova Investment arm to its MD |
Mondis unveils Cayman multi-asset fund |
| Irish Permanent pulls out of Isle of Man |
Is Canada really the best place to be an expat? – Have your say |
| Vistra expands into Bulgaria, Germany and Dubai |
Iveagh targets up to 8% annual returns with Newcits fund of funds |
| Sanlam makes two hires to distribution team |
Lord Laidlaw gives up seat to avoid losing non-dom status |
| Fitch follows S&P's and downgrades Spain |
Singapore’s Superfund launches equity market neutral strategy |
| AIG refuses to renegotiate AIA deal with Prudential |
New research finds ‘serious concerns’ over hedge fund risks |
| Prudential scraps bid for AIA |
Jupiter IPO to value company at up to £868m |
| EU to review Jersey, IoM zero-10 regimes in September |
Horowitz returns to Merrill Lynch |
| Gib’s Marrache brothers free on bail after three months |
Inflows into non-money market Ucits funds touch 4-yr quarterly high: Efama |
| Saudi Arabia unveils King Abdullah Economic City, its answer to Dubai |
Isle of Man moves to tighten up immigration of non-EEA and Swiss workers |
| Guernsey bank deposits grow for first time in 15 months |
deVere launches online trading platform |
| New 55% penalty threat for QROPS transfers |
Withers: HIRE Act could stop US citizens getting advice abroad |
| ‘Say ‘no’ to full independence,' Cayman official reported telling other small jurisdictions |
Number of ex-pat Americans renouncing their citizenship rises |
| Hong Kong's SFC unveils investor protection measures |
IFAs in Middle East at ‘evolutionary standstill’ |
| ‘Frozen’ UK pensioners continue their fight for parity |
Peter Towers exits Pru Int’l; Michael Leahy assumes his duties |
| Old Mutual's Cowley warns on Italian debt levels |
Gibraltar deal with HMRC on QROPS ‘still on’ |
| Regulatory change in Hong Kong could force out IFAs |
Investors do not favour increased regs for alternatives |
| Aberdeen to launch Lat-Am income fund |
Spain cracks down on unauthorised IFAs |
| Brazil and Indonesia boost OECD tax rating |
Swiss MPs reject US-UBS tax deal |
| Deutsche appoints ME/Pakistan head |
Lloyds Int'l launches premier account |
| Matrix launches second Ucits III fund |
Abbey Int'l to close accounts after high demand |
| Vistra group buys Malta-based IBSL |
New High Dividend Selection Fund from Pictet |
| Lawrence Graham expands Middle East private client team |
Equinoxe launch offshore fund service |
| MetLife to offer investment bond via Rockingham |
Devotion of Japanophiles under pressure again |
| Roger Berry warns on QNUPS |
Bangkok-based Infinity rides out Thailand’s turmoil |
| New Abu Dhabi wealth manager to accommodate women HNWIs |
Investors continue to buy into 'safe' assets |
| BCG: Global wealth nears pre-crisis levels |
PIMCO launches first actively managed equity funds |
| Axa to keep wealth management arm in Resolution deal |
Superfund switches Lux funds to daily dealing and cuts fees |
| Swip launches strategic bond fund |
Zurich Financial: ‘no decision made’ to move life biz to Dublin |
| Royal London appoints Middle East sales consultant |
U.S. Bancorp and Societe Generale announce link-up |
| Barings appoints Japan sales head |
Moody’s issues downbeat 12- to 18-month outlook for UAE banks |
| Swiss deal with US on UBS clients' names clears another hurdle |
ALC Health launches online facility |
| Jupiter float values firm at £755m |
Syz & Co. launches Asia equity fund |
| Cannonball Run jolly lands deVere man in US court |
Gibraltar comes in from the cold as it declares end to tax haven status |
| Jersey enjoys solid start to 2010 |
GAM strengthens UK private client team |
| Collins Stewart buys Andersen Charnley |
Sabugueiro to head international venture for Swiss Life |
| 130 more offshore funds apply for IMA inclusion |
Feifa membership reaches 13 |
| Americans race clock to disclose UBS accounts following Swiss vote |
Manx parliament approves EUSD auto-exchange move |
| Scottish Widows launches offshore e-service |
Euroclear and EMX to launch global fund distribution platform |
| Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank to buy RBS' UAE branches |
Dubai FSA and Canadian regulator enter into MoU |
| Advisers split on QROPS |
European absolute return offering from RWC Partners |
| Charlemagne launches global emerging markets fund |
Barclay's CAR Long Short fund made available offshore |
| IoM's Conister unveils six 'best buy' accounts |
Survey identifies weak spots in SFC |
| Report: number of world’s HNWIs grew by 17% in 2009, led by Asia Pacific, North America |
Merrill Lynch/Capgemini: UAE “lost around 19% of its HNWI” population in ’09 |
| AES International joins FEIFA |
Emergency Budget: offshore impact |
| Guernsey and Jersey invite consultation on corporate tax, ahead of EU review |
Abbey Int'l increases rate on sterling account |
| Aegon's offshore business escapes cuts |
Pictet Funds names Gallo to head NA, cross-border distribution |
| IMA welcomes review of UK tax regime |
Resolution to buy Axa's UK life business |
| IFSA to expand mandate and 'more actively engage in Australia’s economic policy' |
Wave of M&A activity to hit fund industry says survey |
| Dubai plans restructure of DIFC to boost competitiveness, FT reports |
Isle of Man unveils new fund structure |
| Plans to build houses to attract wealthy arouse ire on Isle of Man |
Advisers more likely to use offshore bonds following CGT change |
| FPI launches investor sentiment indices |
Julius Baer in Hong Kong fined $3m |
| IFAs' views sought for life settlements rulebook |
Difficulties in agreeing text force delay in AIFM vote |
| PwC survey: 80% think Emergency Budget won’t stop UK corp migration to “more attractive business destinations” |
Charlemagne launches EM dividend fund |
| Liechtenstein Parliament LDF vote expected this week |
Study: Luanda in Angola is world’s priciest city |
| Ucits III commodity fund launch from Threadneedle |
EU Commission launches consultation on cross-border IHT |
| Neuberger Berman launches global unconstrained fund |
Philip Story moves to Zurich In'tl Life from FPI |
| Jersey issues call to islanders to voice views on tax strategy |
Belgium's RHJ completes Kleinwort deal |
| Offshore fund sales slow on fears over Europe |
EU launches attack on hedge and fund manager bonuses |
| Gartmore launches Euro hedge fund for Bennett |
Henderson merges New Star Dublin Oeic into Lux Sicav |
| Gibraltar QROPS administrators await HMRC/Gib Govt pow-wow |
BarCap launches latest 4-yr euro-denominated protected deposit account |
| Henderson launches Henderson Horizon Global Currency Fund |
Duet Group unveils commodities fund |
| Boal & Co launch additional QROPS |
UK giving emergency financial boost to Turks and Caicos Islands |
| Jersey to enter third country QROPS market |
AILO members mull adviser commission research |
| EFAMA in call for pan-European long-term savings product |
Standard Bank launches split structured product |
| Members of European Parliament to vote Wednesday on deal allowing bulk transfer of European bank data to US |
Sanlam introduces African Frontier Markets Fund |
| Threadneedle appoints head of European distribution |
French leaseback property demand 'to soar' |
| Spain moves to strengthen IFA regulation |
US tax investigation of HSBC clients ‘in India or Singapore’, Bloomberg reports |
| Jersey banking stats show leap in Far East deposits |
A Liechtenstein disclosure: Bulk of LDF assets can stay put |
| Merchant Investors unveils offshore bond, excluded property trust |
HK IFAs to get 'mystery' visit from regulator |
| Liechtenstein Parliament passes LDF legislation, setting date for local firms to contact clients |
Lord Ashcroft gives up non-dom status to remain peer |
| Pru Int'l adds discretionary managers, improves portfolio bond admin services |
Aegon Ireland launches six protected equity products |
| HMRC to withdraw 55% penalty for pension transfers |
Gemini to launch India Oeic |
| Cofunds adds Allianz Sicavs to platform |
Jersey Finance sets early 2011 for marketing offices in Middle East and India |
| Pru Int'l's new MD unveils growth plans |
Expats happiest in Australia, Canada and New Zealand, survey shows |
| Hexam takes majority share from Ignis |
BNY Mellon and Western venture into China |
| Jersey FSC and South African Reserve Bank sign MoU |
‘Frozen’ UK pensioners continue their fight for parity |
| Money market funds gain as investor confidence wanes |
IOMA launches Guernsey QROPS |
| IoM, Jersey sign TIEAs with Portugal |
European funds suffer €18bn outflow |
| S&P maintains negative outlook for UK |
Standard Bank Offshore expands intermediary team |
| Central London commercial property fund launched |
Still growing Vistra acquires stake in Centrapriv Zurich |
| HMRC taxing some pensions of UK expats in error |
Singapore's Jigsaw seeks to assuage recruitment concerns |
| Ucits funds see €23bn outflow in May |
Hansard & Brooklands join FEIFA |
| Glendevon King launches global bond fund |
Austria's AVD unveils offshore CGT strategy funds |
| Hong Kong's DBS agrees to HK$651m Lehman payout |
Societe Generale Private Banking appoints head of China office |
| The Overseas Pension launches online tracking tool |
Fry Group names James Sutton to head up Hong Kong office |
| Don't look into the mirror, warns RL 360° |
Dubai FSA loosens fund rules to encourage foreign managers |
| Thailand, UAE and US top list of where Brits are getting arrested |
British pensioners' group seeks opinions on UK state pensions |
| India unveils new rupee symbol |
South Africa's finance industry in drive to boost savings |
| HSBC moves expat team to Hong Kong from Singapore |
Former Pru boss takes over former Pru target in Asia |
| SFC introduces investor guides as part of rule tightening programme |
175 offshore funds added to IMA sectors since April |
| Bahrain weathered storms of 2009 in reasonable shape: Economic Development Board |
Martin Currie funds debut on Royal Skandia platform |
| Dominion Corporate Group opens Lux office |
UK Government launches tax review |
| Hong Kong unveils plan to create independent insurance regulator |
Kleinwort Benson reshuffles Guernsey office |
| S&P rates first Saudi based fund |
J.P. Morgan plans Asia expansion |
| Kotak Mahindra launches Indian debt fund |
Independence debate rears head in Channel Islands |
| Bupa Int’l to accredit overseas healthcare providers |
Close signs discretionary management deal with Standard Life |
| Swip liquidates Sicav fund range |
UK taxpayers to receive written warning from Lichtenstein banks |
| Westminster debate shows increased awareness of role of offshore centres |
Inflows help Switzerland to maintain bank deposits in ’09, despite US, Europe withdrawals: McKinsey |
| FPI slams Royal London report on mirror funds |
Ex-Insight's Martyn Gilbey named as Mirae's new chief marketing officer |
| BlackRock offers its Global Funds range to Singapore investors |
‘Offshore under continued pressure’ but picture is ‘mixed’, McKinsey banking survey shows |
| Martin Currie to launch three absolute return Sicavs |
Saudi regulator releases draft of regs for outsourcing arrangements by insurers, insurance services providers |
| Kaupthing depositors to pay legal bill for challenge |
HNWIs emigrating to Hong Kong under entrant scheme now may use insurance products |
| Funds enjoy $500bn inflow in Q2 despite wobbly markets |
AES International expands into Spain and Gibraltar |
| UK gov't launches tax consultations |
Assets in Isle of Man institutions still under pressure, FSC report reveals |
| International property searches increase 138% in June |
India to conduct bank stress tests |
| European investors worried over bank refinancing |
Regulatory change may happen "overnight" in emerging markets, warns ZIL chief |
| Guernsey to adopt ‘automatic exchange of information’ |
Standard Life Investments in strategic Japanese deal |
| Acquisitions boost Collins Stewart Wealth Management's AUM |
Bahrain authorities shut offices of Gulf International investment firm: reports |
| Dubai FSA warns firms of site visits |
Hard times come to UAE bank customers, Datamonitor research shows |
| Hong Kong's insurance industry welcomes plans for new independent regulator |
Guernsey announces UK seminar series as it seeks to retain QROPS crown |
| Jersey’s public workers 'to be offered redundancy', as island’s government seeks way through budget squeeze |
Key Jersey government official to be based in London |
| 'Just' 419 UK taxpayers take advantage of Liechtenstein disclosure facility |
Singapore QROPS provider wins ruling against HMRC |
| Raft of new regulations in pipeline as UAE’s Insurance Authority tightens screws |
Risks increase as traded life policy market grows |
| UK retail sales of overseas-domiciled funds more than treble in second quarter: IMA |
Offshore bonds account for half of investment bond market |
| End of embargo on transfers to NZ QROPS |
Skipton International restructures bond offerings |
| Deutsche Bank to launch Saudi treasury sales platform |
Isle of Man at centre of Wyly brother investigation |
| DeVere has eye on US for fund platform |
Skandia aims bespoke bond at UK expats based in Spain |
| Fidelity adds sterling share class to emerging Asia fund |
OECD push for more TIEAs may increase risk of tax data abuse: STEP |
| Guernsey announces revised plans for India trip |
New global equity higher income fund from BNY Mellon |
| Standard Chartered says it could leave UK |
Rugby 'legend' Catt to be Clydesdale Bank Int’l 'ambassador' |
| Channel Islands are better off keeping links to Britain, International Adviser readers believe |
JPMAM appoints new head of international sales |
| HSBC launches inflation-linked bond fund |
CLI account enables gifts to be 'drip-fed' |
| Macquarie wrap adds Axa offshore bonds |
Life companies feel effects as HK investment rules start to bite |
| Franklin Templeton appoints new European managing director |
India fixed income fund launched into UK by ACPI |
| AIFA tells firms not to rule out passporting to avoid RDR |
BlackBerry ban will significantly impact IFA business |
| Crown dependencies hopeful ‘dead’ reciprocal health agreements will be revived by year-end |
India may relax rules to allow foreign retail investment in stock markets |
| Hong Kong firms' AUM nearly doubles in 2009 |
QROPS experts urge IFA caution as Australia changes tax regime |
| Bachmann renamed Ardel after MBO |
SFC approves first RMB-denominated fund for sale |
| RBS appoints new Wealth Division CEO |
SFC creates new investment committee |
| Dubai FSA in memorandum of understanding with Portuguese bank supervisor |
Accountants and their clients restless as NDO confirmations slow to materialise |
| Kleinwort’s Nigel Strachan to head Jersey Funds Association |
Isle of Man begins drive for international employee benefits business |
| Pru Int'l and Gilliat join FEIFA |
Invesco launches Latin America fund |
| BlackBerrys get Saudi reprieve as India's concerns emerge |
HMRC writing to 600 offshore account holders |
| Regulatory shake-up in UK could be costly for consumers |
Axa Wealth Int'l increases sales by 36% |
| Aberdeen gains local Chinese investment licence |
Money market fund outflows continue in Europe |
| Fears mount over changes to zero-10 tax regime |
Prudential overestimated failed AIA bid cost |
| Vam Funds appoints Asia sales manager |
German economy shows dramatic growth |
| M&G leads Q2 UK fund sales |
Hong Kong QROPS status in doubt, says de Vere |
| UBS appoints head of European wealth management |
HSBC Private Bank to set up Latin America desk |
| Gaines-Cooper wins right to appeal to Supreme Court |
Intermediary numbers in Hong Kong reach record high |
| First third party products available on Axa's Elevate platform |
Nearly nine out of 10 Dubai residents in debt |
| Hawksford appoints exec director to steer growth |
DFSA calls for better practice from firms holding client money |
| First half sales double in Friends Prov's international businesses |
Fund managers see US default as bigger risk than European |
| FPI to rebrand as Friends Life next year |
JPMAM appoints head of global liquidity EMEA |
| Custom House launches umbrella Sicav for start-ups |
Guernsey Landsbanki depositors unbowed by Iceland setback |
| Skandia Int'l launches adviser information micro-site |
Jersey Finance calls on extension to deadline on zero-10 views |
| Coutts steps up Scandinavian presence |
Coalition falls out over appointment of Philip Green |
| FPI hints at Middle East expansion |
Guernsey to introduce 30% pension lump sum to boost QROPS sector |
| America’s Newsweek magazine names Finland “the Best Country in the World” to live |
HMRC denies softening approach to tax avoidance |
| Argyll unveils trio of Shariah funds |
HMRC received only £91m during last two tax amnesties |
| Ignis to launch global technology fund by year end |
Would you take investment advice from Tony Blair? |
| Ascentric becomes first UK platform to add a QROPS, with Malta-based scheme |
Pictet Funds launches environmental fund |
| Old Mutual in talks with HSBC over Nedbank |
Merrion launches High Alpha into international market |
| L&G launches new deposit account |
European fund outflows rise in June, says Efama |
| Peter Neville to head Kleinwort Benson Channel Islands board, as job losses loom on Jersey |
Singapore regulator lifts structured product ban |
| Sarasin private bank in Bahrain expansion |
Jersey Financial Services Commission criticises Standard Bank for handling of Belgravia funds business |
| Guernsey and Jersey begin recruiting for Brussels office |
Jersey Finance members to government on tax: keep zero-10 |
| Nikko to apply for Hong Kong fund management licence |
‘Nous ne regrettons rien’, expat Britons tell Nat West International Personal Banking |
| Malaysia's Advisers Worldwide completes MBO |
F&C poised to complete Thames River deal |
| Maltese investment firm in row over 2008 collapse of Jersey’s Belgravia fund group |
Just five countries account for 91% of interest in international property: Primelocation |
| US and Japanese worries hit investor confidence |
Castlestone to launch Next 11 emerging markets fund |
| Hong Kong regulator investigates non-exchange traded product sales |
Blevins Franks launches Malta retirement scheme |
| Irish Life Int'l is fifth offshore insurer to join Feifa |
Yardley to step down as Royal London group chief exec |
| Hong Kong bans gifts as investment incentives |
Collins Stewart WM makes hire to intermediary team |
| FPI adds emerging market funds to platform |
Royal London 360 sees sales jump in H1 |
| Jersey records steady growth in foundations |
Bank jobs, deposits go in Jersey and Guernsey as offshore operations end |
| Expatriates ‘under-utilise’ offshore centres for savings and investing, HSBC Bank Int’l survey finds |
Asian house property prices rise above the others |
| Bloxham to launch global absolute return fund |
Isle of Man investment industry gives its opinion on how its products should be taxed |
| Standard life to cut up to 500 jobs over 15 months |
Investec rolls out further kick-out and income plans |
| F&C completes Thames River acquisition |
Singapore’s Monetary Authority issues new regs in effort to cool its property market |
| Royal London 360 adds to LifePlan product |
IMF warns some developed nations will reach a 'debt limit' |
| Barclays Capital adds to structured account range |
Rathbone Investment Management Int’l names Hollings, Woods to Jersey office |
| FEIFA counsels advisers on EU passporting but warns of "major issues" |
JPMAM debuts in Singapore retail market with 21 funds |
| HSBC exec suggests bank may leave UK if ordered to break up |
Skandia Int'l re-opens protected fund |
| IOMA launches IHT product |
UK banks and insurers to be supervised from Brussels |
| Insurance sales in South Africa jump 15% |
More than a third of international IFAs surveyed by AES say they are not regulated |
| Signet launches Dublin domiciled fund of hedge funds |
Royal London 360° bolsters Middle East sales team |
| Stenham reveals it has acquired Montier entities in London and Guernsey |
Simpler ‘autumn statement’ to replace pre-Budget report will save resources, reports say |
| Lombard appoints new sales director |
$60bn of hedge funds in queue to redomicile in Ireland |
| Edmond de Rothschild AM in Hong Kong fund move |
US Treasury issues first formal guidance on planned FATCA anti-tax evasion regulations |
| Investors in Hong Kong QROPS Beazley face 55% tax bill |
De Vere Group was promoter of blacklisted Beazley QROPS |
| ALFI names woman to head its new Hong Kong marketing office |
Jersey to exempt its (untaxed) funds industry from tax to achieve parity with rivals |
| Offshore IFAs in Panorama investigation |
No more Man from the Pru for Leeson as he moves to Axa Wealth Int'l |
| FEIFA in equity deal with fund manager Distinction |
Guernsey bank deposits fall almost £2bn in quarter |
| Julius Baer commits to Asia as 'second home market' |
Hong Kong regulator sees enforcement cases double |
| Invesco creates Lux Sicav for acquired Morgan Stanley funds |
Gam launches absolute return credit fund |
| Switzerland tops global competitiveness poll |
Syz & Co launches Latin American Sicav |
| Jupiter grows European sales team |
European investors flock to bonds as equity sales slump |
| Sovereign Group linked to blacklisted Beazley QROPS |
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