Tax & Regulation | 10 Nov 11
american citizens abroad continues to pressure IRS
American Citizens Abroad, a Geneva-based organisation which represents expatriate Americans around the world, is continuing to push publicly for a relaxation of the US tax authorities recent, rigid and punitive treatment of US expats who have failed to report the existence of their overseas bank accounts.
People Moves | 10 Nov 11
rbc wm hires vaysleyb as hardisty departs
RBC Wealth Management has recruited Daniel Vaysleyb as head of its Jersey-based offshore advisory business, following the departure of Barry Hardisty.
hong kong regulator issues clarifications
Hong Kongs regulator has warned banks and other authorised institutions that it is increasing its scrutiny of renminbi trading, as part of an effort to ensure that such trading conforms with regulations aimed at preventing speculation in the Chinese currency.
Profiles & Comment | 9 Nov 11
sri radiates amid the gloom
Socially responsible investing has gained many followers over the past decade. However, ethical considerations are only part of the appeal, writes Robert Hague, sales director at Emerald Knight.
lion global launches target fund
Lion Global Investors has launched a unit trust in response to investor concerns about falling interest rates and high market volatility.