Managers of Wealth

UBS Expects to Ink Government Loss Guarantee Tomorrow

That agreement, which is one of the final pieces of the puzzle that needs to be completed for the takeover, is expected to be finalized tomorrow

Stephenson Harwood wins four awards at WealthBriefingAsia & Greater China Awards 2023

These annual awards, which are part of WealthBriefing's global awards programme, recognise firms, teams, and individuals that have demonstrated innovation and excellence during the last year.

Anti-tax bias exists within private wealth industry

The research said the industry uses homogenous “anti-tax” language in its communications and is "too quick" to default clients into products and services focused only on tax reduction and tax-led structuring.

FCA approves prospectus of Rathbones’ merger with Investec W&I

The regulator has given the go-ahead to prospectus and shareholder circular of the deal between Rathbones and Investec W&I to create a £100bn wealth giant.

Charity land disposals: new law is coming into force

Third Sector magazine has reported research that the number of fundraising jobs advertised as offering hybrid working has grown by 900 per cent since before the pandemic.

2% tax on UK rich list families ‘could raise £22bn a year’

Campaigners for tax reform say similar levies in Europe have helped to reduce inequality

Carey Olsen named Offshore Law Firm of the Year by Chambers Europe

Winners across the 26 categories were selected based on extensive research and client interviews conducted by a team of more than 200 research analysts.

Swiss Government Orders Credit Suisse Bonus Ban

he order, which follows the multibillion-dollar government bailout of Switzerland's second-largest bank, applies to around 1,000 bankers at the top three management levels of Credit Suisse.

FCA proposals to align rules for fund managers and discretionary investment managers pose material threat, says PIMFA

PIMFA members are deeply concerned that such an alignment would result in rules that have been specifically designed for the management of funds

AFCA outlines systemic issues in wealth management

In the superannuation sector, one identified issue concerned the provision of insurance attached to super funds.

FCA plans to align rules for fund managers and investment managers pose material threat says Pimfa

The extension of fund rules to managed portfolio services would, in almost all cases, be entirely inappropriate.

FCA says it wants the UK to become ‘hostile environment’ for fraudsters at PIMFA’s Financial Crime Conference

Mr Hulme said the FCA was planning to do more in the coming years however with a new dedicated function within the regulator designed to proactively identify fraud and money laundering in the industry.

Qatari sovereign wealth fund considers legal action over Credit Suisse takeover

Credit Suisse’s second-largest shareholder, Qatar Investment Authority, is exploring a mandate against the Swiss government.

Bermuda: Are you PIPA ready?

PIPA outlines the requirements for individuals and organisations that use personal information, as well as the rights that individuals have regarding the use of their personal information.

Credit Suisse AT1 bondholders force Swiss regulator to hand over wipeout decree - reports

Firmer foothold for wipeout contest

Changes to Jersey's 'high-net-worth' laws propose higher taxes and minimum net worth

If approved, the changes to the law will not affect existing residents, who will continue to pay taxes at their current rate.

UBS filed an amended Form F-4 registration statement with the SEC

The unaudited pro forma condensed combined financial information is presented for illustrative purposes only

Crypto «Wunderkind» in Severe Breach of Swiss Regulations

Furthermore, both Yousef and the Dohrnii Foundation failed in part failed to comply with their duty to provide information to Finma during the investigation.

EU Weighs Easing Burden for Banks Dealing With Wealthy Clients

That means banks stand to boost fee income if transactions are facilitated.

Corfinancial implements CSDR compliance software at Man group

With CSDR, it is important to have failed trade monitoring and cash penalties in the same solution.

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