What is a letter of wishes, what are the benefits of having one, and why should they be kept updated? Global Head of Private Clients, Nick Cawley explains.

As technology becomes increasingly ubiquitous and the world moves into what has been described as the fourth industrial revolution (4IR), it is perhaps easy to forget that many of the materials that ...

New research* from global loan agency provider Ocorian shows capital markets executives are forecasting strong growth in the US direct lending market with corporate M&A and refinancing expected to lead the way.

As the UK's role as a leading actor on the global stage hangs in the balance, head of Alternative Investments, Simon Burgess shares his insight and commentary on the state of the UK's economy and the global backdrop.

Stephen Hickey, Head of AIFM Services - Ireland, outlines the benefits of establishing a fund in Ireland and how a transparent, streamlined process helps funds get to market as efficiently as possible.

With airlines having lost an estimated US$118.5 billion in 2020, it's easy to forget the aviation industry had been enjoying an extended super-cycle prior to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The study, by the leading provider of fund administration services, found that institutional investors predict most of this growth will come from Europe, closely followed by North America.

At both a domestic and foreign level, general partners (GPs) are now confronted with a dizzying array of compliance requirements and information requests from investors, advisers, and regulators.

Nick Cawley, Regional Head of UK/Ireland and Global Private Clients Service Line Leader, highlights four ways in which wealth providers and their clients can minimise the challenges involved in inter-generational wealth transfer.

In recent years, US fund managers have increasingly been drawn to Europe by the abundant capital that's available in the region – and by the appetite of Europeans to invest that capital with them.

With sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) emerging as one of the world's fastest growing regions, Managing Director of our UAE office, Nina Auchoybur highlights why many Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)

Trusts have emerged as powerful planning tools, offering a range of advantages for passing on or safeguarding wealth. From structured succession to tax deferral, trusts provide flexibility...

After the Brexit transition period expires on 31 December 2020 (which is assumed from UK government statements), UK managers - including those operating unlisted ...

I have previously talked to the effect of an increasing global population creating ever greater demand for infrastructure and the current trajectory of apparent under-investment.

Imminent market developments in the Isle of Man are expected to affect corporates, private clients and those operating in the capital markets over the coming months.

Jersey's reputation as a leading international financial centre positions it as a go-to jurisdiction to support sustainable finance, including Socially Responsible Investment (SRI)...

The UK Government has recently published a consultation paper covering various proposed amendments to the UK's anti-money laundering framework.

Jersey has over the last six decades maintained its reputation as a stable, well-regulated and pre-eminent fiduciary jurisdiction.

As COP27 heads to Egypt next month (6 – 18 November 2022), the developed world must recognise how Africa can play a key role in fighting the climate crisis.

Luxembourg is enhancing its appeal as a destination for securitisation transactions by amending its highly successful 2004 Securitisation Law. Head of Capital Markets - Luxembourg, Sandra Bur summarises 10 of the key changes.