Private wealth solutions for families in the United Arab Emirates ("UAE") have been revolutionised in the past two years by foundation laws in the Dubai International Financial Centre

Berkley Ltd is expanding its international presence through a strategic partnership that connects Cyprus with Abu Dhabi and the broader UAE market. The firm offers specialized cross-border solutions for High Net Worth Individuals and corporate groups, including tax navigation, international structure management, and ADGM establishment services. Their on-the-ground expertise ensures efficient and compliant business expansion between European and Middle Eastern markets.

Foundations provide a flexible, personalised solution to those wishing to protect their wealth and ensure its effective transition to future generations.

The main goal of any wealth management and succession planning is to preserve the family legacy and family owned and operated businesses.

In our new podcast series, Let's talk asset management, partners from our financial services and asset management teams provide listeners with a crash course on one or more hot topics in the asset management sector.

Collective Investment Fund is an investment vehicle where a group of investors pool their money and invest in a portfolio of assets to spread risk

On 19 September 2025, the FTA issued Public Clarification No. CTP008 addressing the corporate tax treatment of family wealth management structures.

Germany's largest bank has published an amazingly frank rapport on the prospects of global markets and the future of gold.

Andrew and Molly live in Dubai. Andrew was born in Scotland but has a British father. He holds a British passport. Molly is an Australian citizen. Andrew has not lived in England since 2003.

Intertrust has been active in the UAE for over 17 years and services a growing number of international and GCC multinationals.

It has increasingly become an attractive destination for the privately wealthy – for instance, Dubai is home to 120 of the world's wealthiest families and individuals with a combined net worth.

After spending six days with colleagues from our Jersey, Guernsey and Dubai offices meeting with clients and intermediaries in the UAE, the message remains upbeat: there's plenty of work to be...

In the Islamic Finance News ("IFN") Correspondent Report on Offshore Centers, Manuela Belmontes highlights the rising demand for Shariah compliant investment platforms in offshore financial centres...

In the UAE, we often witness high-net-worth individuals and businesspeople delaying their succession plans as they feel no immediate threat to their health and life.

Federal Cabinet has recently issued Cabinet Decision No. 29/2021 regarding the Executive Regulations (the "New Executive Regulations") for the Federal Law No. 4/2020 (the "New Movables Pledge Law")

Dubai has in recent times taken steps to bolster its position as a forward-looking jurisdiction for set up of Family Offices, Trusts and Foundations.

With the number of foundations registered in the UAE surpassing 350, the structure is increasingly being used as an ‘off the shelf product', rather than a bespoke wealth solution...

Leevyn Isabel details the key benefits of establishing a foundation in the UAE, explaining how they provide both expats and UAE nationals with a local solution ...

When working with family businesses, it's sometimes surprising to see the gap between the founder and the next generation, particularly when the next generation do not see the importance of the business.

First, it's important to grasp what the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC) is all about. Established in 2004, the DIFC is a special economic zone...