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PEF in Myanmar
Under certain circumstances, registration of a PEF in the Republic of Myanmar may be subject to tax exemption. So, let’s take a closer look at what it takes to register a PEF in
Investment Funds in Ireland. Part 2
Setting up an investment business in Ireland requires an understanding of many legal nuances. In the first part of the material on retail investment funds, we figured out the legal forms of funds.
Retail investment funds in Ireland
Retail investment funds in Ireland have pulled in the consideration of both amateur and experienced remote speculators for a long time. A steady financial ambience, helpful enactment and getting to the
PEF in Croatia
PEFs in Croatia can be established as OIFRCs or ZIFRCs. Due to the lower taxes, all Croatian PEFs are formed as OIFRCs. If you’re planning to establish an OIFRC in the Republic of
How to Register an Investment Fund in Cyprus?
Cyprus, as one of the world business centers of the European Union, attracts the attention of entrepreneurs from all over the world, thanks to its loyal taxation, a carefully designed legislative system and
Crowdfunding in Nigeria
As per the SEC-proposed crowdfunding rules, SMEs operating in Nigeria for no less than 24 months (and registered in the country) are allowed to attract funds via Nigerian crowdfunding portals approved by the
AIF Regulation in Luxembourg
An increase in registration of investment funds in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is mainly attributable to the constant refinement of the country’s respective legislation. Recent years have also seen an explosive growth
FDI Regulation in China
The main piece of legislation regulating foreign investment in China is FIL 2020. It applies to:
registration of enterprises with FDI in China;
acquisition of shares of
PEF in Switzerland
The two popular ways of registering a company in Switzerland include SICAFs & Swiss LPs.
The three main pieces of legislation governing SICAFs & Swiss LPs include FINMA-CISO, CISA &
Fund Management in Germany
The set up of an investment fund in Germany or another EU member state is the creation of a full-fledged organization. It will be a legal entity with all the necessary
Funds Regulation Specifics in Switzerland
In this blog post, we will briefly review the main features of the management of Swiss funds registered in the country. We will also touch on the topic of managing foreign funds that
Crowdfunding Platforms in Panama
Registering securities for crowdfunding is no longer required in Panama; hence, individuals wishing to register a crowdfunding company in Panama & issue securities in Panama will only need to meet the below criteria:
Managing Funds in the British Virgin Islands
As per BVI legislation, the following kinds of funds may be established:
confirmed;
public;
private;
professional;
PEF in Spain
Oversight & regulation of PEFs in the Kingdom of Spain is an exclusive prerogative of the CNMV. It must be provided with any financial documentation relating to management & registration of private equity funds in...
Establishing a RIF in Germany
The main piece of legislation regulating the setting up & managing of RIFs in the state of Germany is KAGB. There’s several other regulations & standards supplementing KAGB (mostly those are
New Requirements for Registration of Funds in the Caymans
The Asian stock market is beginning to demonstrate its intention to provide alternatives to traditional stock structures that are more suitable for and attractive to Asian investors. The number of those wishing to establish a...
Updated FDI Legislation in France
The recently announced restrictions on FDI in France are indicative of the global trend towards tighter control over investment regulation in France and the EU. So, let’s take a closer look
Funds in Cyprus
Thanks to a completely updated legal & regulatory framework, registering an AIF in Cyprus is now a pretty straightforward process, requiring entrepreneurs to apply minimum efforts. Further development of funds is being supported
Establishing Funds in Luxembourg
Entrepreneurs considering registering companies or funds in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg have several options, such as:
SICARS;
SOPARFIs;
RAIFs;
Updated EU Regulations for Investment Companies
At the beginning of last year, the EU Council approved proposals regarding the updates in regulation on investment companies registered on the territory of the European Union. The new regime will tighten requirements for investment...
PFL in the Cayman Islands
Pursuant to the recent amendments to the PFL, a law regulating the registration of closed-ended funds in the Cayman Islands , a new definition of ‘private funds’ has been introduced. The main
US Startup Support Strategy
It is believed that the United States lags behind in support of digital and other startups. John Chambers, the former CEO of Cisco, spoke very colorfully about this at the Forbes summit not long ago....
Financing Startups in Northern Ireland
Starting a business in Great Britain, and more specifically, launching a startup in Northern Ireland, requires having a financial cushion. Nowadays, we’re witnessing a new trend whereby greater emphasis is being placed on cooperation in...
Hedge Funds on the Island of Guernsey
Considering registering an investment fund? Can’t find a suitable jurisdiction? Why not train your sights on the Island of Guernsey? Thanks to a flexible & pragmatic approach adopted by the GFSC, the island's
Cayman Islands Investment Mechanisms
This article will be of interest to those who plan to register an Asia-focused fund in the Cayman Islands or register a company in this jurisdiction. Why the Caymans? The Cayman Islands are one of...
Funds & Their Management in Hong Kong
Managing funds in the HK SAR is the exclusive prerogative of the SFO, HK’s main piece of legislation governing futures markets & securities. The said act provides the SFC, HK’s number one financial
Foreign Investment Regime in China
Investing in a business in the PRC requires an indepth understanding of the country’s FDI regime, as well as legislation regulating foreign investment in the PRC. Starting a business in China also involves
Merger in Turkey getting simpler
Until recently, mergers in Turkey have been a complex and time-consuming procedure, with a large number of formalities that complicate and delay the whole process. The good news is that the rules recently
Projects with Foreign Investment in Vietnam
If you intend to start a business in Vietnam , do not discount the peculiarities of the checking procedure for foreign investment which is often carried out by local authorities. Ignoring these
How Funds are Established and Administered in Ireland
The Central Bank of Ireland is the key regulator responsible for the authorization of all types of funds in the jurisdiction. This refers to the registration of businesses under UCITS in Ireland and
Funds in Japan
Those interested in establishing funds in the state of Japan should keep in mind that such entities are normally structured as mutual trusts. Structuring funds as partnerships tends to attract fewer investors; however, it provides...
Investment Funds in Japan
In Japan, investment funds, their management activities, as well as marketing of fund shares, are totally under supervision of the Japanese financial regulator. If you intend to obtain a financial license in Japan, this is...
Supervision of Investments To Tighten In Western Europe
Planning to start investing in Western Europe in the near future? It is important to consider the fact that the coronavirus outbreak has opened up more opportunities to scrutinize foreign investments and block them for...
Alternative Investment Funds in Portugal
Establishing AIFs in Portugal & all activities related to their management are governed by the relevant European regulations and:
UCI;
UCITS;
AIFMD;
New in FDI Regulation in China
The rise of the Chinese economy over the past decades is striking in its scale, and turns the PRC into a real engine of the global economy. Foreign direct investment in China is the key...
Private Equity Funds in Israel
As in many other countries, establishing PEFs in Israel is most often done in the form of LLPs. LLPs in Israel represent separate legal entities in which limited partners aren’t involved.
New in Fund Management in the Caymans
If your immediate plans are to establish a licensed fund in the Cayman Islands , register a managed fund in the Cayman Islands , or create a limited investor fund
Private equity funds in Austria
Overseeing the setting up & managing of PEFs in the Republic of Austria is an exclusive prerogative of the FMA, Austria’s number one financial regulator.
Setting up & running
The UK to Tighten Control Over Foreign Investments
It has recently been reported in the media that the United Kingdom intends to take stronger measures to control foreign investment. This intention includes, inter alia, the possibility for the authorities to intervene in mergers...
Regulation of Real Estate Investment Funds in Thailand
Recent years have seen an emerging trend whereby increasingly more investors are showing an interest in establishing real estate investment funds in Thailand . If you’re one of them & considering setting
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