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Taxation
Icap's group chief executive Spencer says 'not a prayer' of UK agreeing to EU trading tax
The proposed European Union (EU) financial trading tax would be vetoed by the UK, says Icap's group chief executive Michael Spencer. If not, the broker will move its London HQ to New York.
Hedge Funds Review | 25 Jan 2012
Indian investment rule change opens market to hedge funds
Rule changes for foreign investment into India will open investment opportunities for hedge funds. Mauritius, the favoured location for funds accessing India, is likely to remain the preferred route.
Hedge Funds Review | 10 Jan 2012
Tax considerations impact the structuring of hedge fund vehicles and operations
The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (Fatca) is drastically changing taxation for US citizens who invest in offshore hedge funds while the UK has also changed rules that impact hedge fund investment...
Hedge Funds Review | 10 Jan 2012
Malta hedge fund industry continues to expand as low costs and accessible regulator tempt managers
Seen as an attractive jurisdiction for start-up hedge funds, Malta is now attracting larger fund managers and management companies keen to have a European Union presence in a low-cost jurisdiction.
Hedge Funds Review | 20 Dec 2011
Malta’s securitisation tax rules offer efficient treatment for structured finance transactions
New tax rules on the treatment of structured finance transactions confirm Malta’s tax neutrality and maximise the efficiency of securitisation transactions done in and through the jurisdiction.
Hedge Funds Review | 20 Dec 2011
Malta’s finance minister sees hedge fund development as key part of financial services growth
Despite an unsettling sovereign debt crisis in the eurozone, Malta’s financial services sector and in particular hedge fund development continues to grow at an accelerated pace.
Hedge Funds Review | 20 Dec 2011
US Fatca and EU privacy laws set for clash, according to leaked document
Industry experts warn stricter EU data privacy laws might have implications for Foreign Accounting Tax Compliance Act (Fatca). This will cause concern among hedge fund administrators.
Hedge Funds Review | 09 Dec 2011
English employment tribunal decision is wake-up call for hedge fund self-employment practice
A UK tribunal decision could change the way partners in Financial Service Authority-regulated organisations, such as hedge funds, are employed. The case also has implications for US-based hedge funds....
Hedge Funds Review | 27 Oct 2011
European debt crisis may delay implementation of AIFM directive
European Commission officials are centred on Greece although the technical details of the alternative investment fund managers (AIFM) directive and oversight of hedge funds continues.
Hedge Funds Review | 03 Oct 2011
Switzerland signs vital tax deal with Germany securing access for alternative funds
Switzerland and Germany have initialled a tax deal which will give Swiss securities funds the same access to the market as Ucits vehicles. Germany’s regulator BaFin has approved the agreement.
Hedge Funds Review | 16 Aug 2011
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