North America | 22 Sep 14
FATCA inches closer to law in Singapore
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has published proposed regulations, enshrining Americas controversial tax Act FATCA into law.
IMA demands clarity over guidance guarantee
The IMA has said the UKs Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) must clarify the difference between guidance and regulated advice if it is to set up a free guidance service for retirees.
The digital evolution Skandia talks technology
Phil Oxenham, head of international proposition marketing at Skandia International, looks at how developing technology can transform the way financial advisers work with their clients.
Carmignac and BNP Paribas IP granted
Carmignac Group and BNP Paribas Investment Partners have both been granted licences to trade in China listed A shares and local bonds.
United Kingdom | 19 Sep 14
Scottish wealthy cannot rest on
Scotland has voted “No” to independence from the United Kingdom, but high earners will remain “vulnerable” to tax changes resulting from the country’s increased devolution, warns a leading international law firm.