UAE
Middle East | 21 Dec 17
Will 2018 see a big reduction in UAE advisers?
Zurich International Life’s Andrew Dawson gives insights into the prospects for financial advisers in Dubai and elsewhere in the region.
UAE considers expat pension schemes
Pension schemes could soon be available for expat workers in the UAE, following a study that recommends replacing traditional end-of-service gratuity schemes with a savings investment fund.
Middle East | 18 Dec 17
UAE regulator details new financial promoters licence
The Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA) in the UAE has released long-awaited details of its new Financial Promoters licence, boosting hopes that the permits for financial advisers and banks will soon be issued.
Middle East | 18 Dec 17
A 1% pa income model for the UAE beckons – Nigel Green
One of the key industry figures in the region, the Middle East’s head for deVere Acuma Nigel Green has told International Adviser that “everybody is moving in the direction of a 1% per annum type model”.
UAE exploring more taxes
The UAE Government is considering introducing further taxes in addition to value-added tax but has confirmed that a levy on income will not be up for discussion.