France
Axa inks strategic partnership with ecommerce giant Alibaba
French insurer Axa has entered into a worldwide strategic partnership to distribute its insurance products and services through the global ecommerce ecosystem of China’s Alibaba.
France looks to attract British expats using tax breaks
France’s prime minister, Manual Valls, has vowed to make its tax regime for British expatriates the most favourable in Europe as Paris looks to lure talent away from London’s financial services industry following last month’s Brexit vote.
UBS ordered to release account details to French authorities
Switzerland’s Federal Tax Administration has ordered UBS to provide account information to French authorities, with the Swiss bank now expecting similar requests from other countries.
IFA warns of capital gains tax hike on expat homes in Europe
British expats living in Europe could be hit with higher rates of capital gains tax (CGT) on their homes if Britain decides to leave the European Union on Thursday, international IFA firm Blevins Franks has warned.
Alexander Beard partners with French wealth management firm
KMH Gestion Privée and UK-headquartered international financial services company Alexander Beard Group have set up a joint venture to assist companies looking to set up shop in France and provide French and UK nationals with wealth management and pension transfers services.