Middle East | 23 Jul 13

Seven IFA firms have formed the ‘UAE chapter’ of an adviser-led organisation representing clients who invested in funds run by failed LM Investment Management.

Alternatives | 22 Jul 13

Just over half of alternative investment fund managers (AIFMs) expect more funds to flow into alternative investment vehicles as a result of easier access following the alternative investment fund manager directive (AIFMD) which became law today.

Tax & Regulation | 22 Jul 13

Governments in Europe and Asia are targeting wealthy property buyers with higher stamp duty fees in an attempt to help plug their fiscal deficits, according to new research by UHY International.

Asia | 22 Jul 13

US Banking advisory firm Evercore is to establish a Singapore office and has hired Keith Magnus – currently head and chairman of UBS’ Singapore and Malaysia Investment Banking division – to run the new SE Asian branch.

Profiles & Comment | 22 Jul 13

To keep in step with your company’s future growth and challenges, it’s essential to systematically review your technological systems and processes, says The Fry Group director, international division, Aidan Bailey.