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ARTICLE · 29 SEPTEMBER 2026

Jersey Investment Funds - Summer 2026 Update

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Jersey's investment funds sector continues to evolve with strategic reforms designed to enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency. Recent developments include the government's Time to Win initiative, comprehensive reforms to the Control of Borrowing regime, and the introduction of a modern corporate administration framework that expands restructuring options for distressed companies.

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Briefing Summary: Our Jersey update looks at the latest developments aimed at enhancing Jersey’s competitiveness as an international finance centre, including reforms to the Control of Borrowing regime and the introduction of a new corporate administration process.

Service Area: Investment Funds

Location: Jersey

“Time to Win” – Jersey’s Blueprint for Competitiveness 

Published in March 2026 following the Financial Services Competitiveness Programme, Time to Win represents a coordinated effort by the Government of Jersey, industry and the Jersey Financial Services Commission (the JFSC) to strengthen Jersey’s position as a leading IFC in an increasingly competitive market. 

While Jersey continues to enjoy substantial structural advantages: political stability, a respected legal system, tax neutrality, strong regulatory standards and deep expertise across funds, banking, fiduciary and private wealth services, many competing jurisdictions have become faster, more responsive and

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