Best Practice | 13 Feb 18
4 factors driving inflation and what it means for investors
Inflation has been conspicuous in its absence since the financial crisis, in spite of the significant stimulus injected into many of the world’s major economies, according to Robert Lea, head of global equity research at Ashburton Investments.
Singapore’s life insurance sector reports record breaking 2017
Singapore’s life insurance industry crossed a significant milestone in 2017 with new business premiums passing S$4bn (£2.2bn, $3bn, €2.5bn) for the year, the city state’s Life Insurance Association (LIA) announced.
Tax & Technical | 12 Feb 18
Rogue tax official arrests show CRS risks
The arrest of seven tax officials in Argentina accused of selling data has highlighted the risks of sharing tax information globally.
Chinese conglomerate moves on Guernsey and London fund houses
A Chinese conglomerate with ambitions in the west has acquired a London-based asset manager and its Guernsey-based subsidiary.
EU advisers face VAT fees after ‘historic’ Italian ruling
The Italian tax authority has ruled that independent financial advisers are subject to VAT fees, setting a legal precedent for other EU nations to adopt.