Middle East | 10 Jan 16
Saudi Arabia aims to introduce VAT, privatise key sectors
Saudi Arabia’s deputy crown prince has said the kingdom rules out introducing income and wealth taxes but aims to go live with VAT by the end of 2016.
Invesco Powershares launches Euro STOXX ETF
Invesco Powershares has listed its PowerShares Euro STOXX High Dividend Low Volatility UCITS ETF on the London Stock Exchange.
Tan out, Barrows heads Hong Kong after FPI restructure
Charles Barrows has been named the new managing director of Friends Provident International Hong Kong with immediate effect, following a restructure which saw the departure of former Asia chief James Tan.
Lombard International targets Asia with new presence and CEO
Luxembourg and Philadelphia headquartered Lombard International is to open offices in Hong Kong and Singapore as a “significant” next step in its global expansion plans, under a new chief executive for the Asia region.
Investment | 8 Jan 16
Increased client focus prompts Brewin management shake up
Stephen Ford, head of wealth and investment management at UK wealth manager Brewin Dolphin has left the firm after 15 years following a significant management shake-up.