Ireland
MitonOptimal launches Dublin-based DFM range
Asset manager’s new unitised funds will consist of three risk-rated portfolios
EU member states at risk of being added to tax haven blacklist
In the firing line are Ireland, Luxembourg, Malta and the Netherlands
Utmost Wealth Solutions on track to hit €30bn in assets
Isle of Man-based insurer Utmost says it is on course to reach its “near-term” target of €30bn in assets under management, as it confirms the rebrand of recently acquired Ireland-based Generali PanEurope.
Aberdeen Standard Investments to set up Dublin hub
Global asset manager Aberdeen Standard Investments (ASI) is to establish an investment and distribution business in Ireland to complement its existing Luxembourg operation and shore up its European offering ahead of Brexit.
EU considers removing Ireland’s tax veto powers
With Luxembourg, Malta and Ireland continuing to block ambitious EU plans to reduce tax dodging, the European Commission is now considering triggering a neglected treaty article that would allow them to suspend veto powers on tax matters.