Regions
UK taxman outlines tax avoidance enabler hitlist
HM Revenue & Customs has updated its guidance on who can be considered enablers of tax avoidance and the penalties they will face when caught.
Overseas territories furious at UK’s ‘colonial era’ register
The British Overseas Territories (BOTs) have slammed the UK Government for trying to force public registers of beneficial owners on the jurisdictions, describing it as an act of “constitutional overreach” and an “unacceptable act of modern colonialism”.
Two-fold rise in DFMs using sector ETFs
UK wealth managers are increasing their use of sector ETFs as they seek a wider dispersion of returns and a more granular approach to asset allocation, according to research from SPDR ETF.
Aussie complaints body gets launch date
The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (Afca) will provide “free, fast and binding dispute resolution to consumers and small businesses” from 1 November 2018.
What the Brexit transition means for advisers
UK and European IFA firms have said while the Brexit transition agreement offers “some degree of certainty”, it is important to remember it is not the complete solution and they must still operate with an element of caution.