North America
uo state ohio to sign captive insurance cos
The US state of Ohio has signed legislation allowing for the creation of captive insurance companies, putting it potentially in competition with offshore jurisdictions such as the Isle of Man, Guernsey and Dubai.
North America | 30 Jul 14
FATCA seen as an opportunity not a burden
Contrary to common perception, many wealth management firms in the UK are embracing the controversial Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) legislation, which began its implementation on 1 July, with some carving out a niche specifically advising orphaned American clients.
North America | 29 Jul 14
Green compares FATCA to communism in new video
Nigel Green has compared FATCA to communism and said American expatriates are furious at being discriminated against by the US government.
North America | 21 Jul 14
FATCA is stranger than fiction
FATCA was implemented worldwide at the beginning of this month, but the impact (and costs) are only now just beginning to filter through to the financial services community.
North America | 16 Jul 14
Lombard Odier launches US focused
Lombard Odier Investment Managers (LOIM) has launched a US focused equity fund which aims to provide investors with an absolute return in all conditions.