ARTICLE · 10 JUNE 2020

A Regulatory Update And Fund Structure Primer

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Bermuda has a long and rich history as a financial center, supporting both the asset management and insurance industries. In this article written for the AIMA Journal, Sarah Demerling, Walkers Partner and Chair...

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Bermuda has a long and rich history as a financial center, supporting both the asset management and insurance industries.

In this article written for the AIMA Journal, Sarah Demerling, Walkers Partner and Chair of AIMA Bermuda ExCo, reviews the investment management and fund framework supported by the Bermuda economy.

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