Regions
Triggering of Article 50 a fresh blow for Qrops
The UK government’s move on Wednesday to kick start the official two-year process for leaving the European Union is likely to be a further blow to a Qrops industry still reeling from the shock 25% charge imposed earlier this month.
Standard Life cuts Asia insurance profile with Hong Kong sale
Standard Life has agreed to sell its wholly-owned Hong Kong life operation to its Chinese joint venture company Heng An Standard Life Insurance Company (HASL), underlining its move towards an investment-led business focus.
Middle East | 28 Mar 17
Financial advice hit by UAE value-added tax, not life products
Details of the VAT system to be introduced for the first time in the UAE reveal that the standard rate of 5% will be levied on fee-based financial advice but not on the sale of life products.
Tax & Regulation | 28 Mar 17
UK delays non-dom tax changes to offshore trusts until 2018
The UK government has delayed changes to the treatment of overseas trusts held by non-UK domiciles, amid concerns the reforms may force out Britain’s wealthiest foreigners.
North America | 28 Mar 17
US regulator shuts down scam targeting elderly investors
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) implemented an emergency asset freeze and temporary restraining order against an investment adviser and his financial management company accused of scamming elderly investors out of millions.