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Foreign Investment in Great Britain
Investment activities in Great Britain & procedure for foreign investment verification have their own specifics and, therefore, require in-depth understanding of relevant legislation. If you're planning on starting a business
Recent Regulatory Changes in the Cayman Islands
Following the recent amendments to the Law on Private Funds (PFL), the definition of “private funds” has been significantly broadened. Also, the list of corporate entities that must be registered with CIMA (the
Jersey Private Funds
A special fund regulation regime implemented by the JFSC has been in place in Jersey for more than three years now. If you’re interested in setting up a JPF in Jersey, you should keep in...
Establishment of Funds in the UAE
The UAE is known for having some the most favorable conditions for doing business in the entire Middle East region. However, entrepreneurs wishing to embark on financial activities in Dubai should
Regulation of Islamic Finance in Malaysia
Starting a business in Malaysia & carrying out Sharia-based financial activities there requires an in-depth knowledge of this jurisdiction’s legislation. So, let's have a closer look at the regulation of
Overview of PEF Market in South Korea
Ever since the regulatory framework for PEFs in the ROK was put in place, their number has been steadily growing. In an attempt to streamline registration & investment requirements for
Private Equity Funds in South Korean
Using private capital for investment purposes in South Korea falls under the category of “financial investment business”. As regards regulatory framework, PEFs in South Korea are regulated by the FSCMA. Their
Private Equity Deals in Spain
Spanish private capital investment reached a record high of EUR 8.5 billion in the last financial year. International funds continue to show great interest in Spain which is a country of great growth potential. If...
Private Equity Variety in Spain
Foreign entrepreneurs willing to invest in the Spanish equity capital market can use a wide range of investment vehicles. Business in Spain attracts development finance through stocks and bonds. Investors get the opportunity to profitably...
New Trends in Luxembourg Fund Regulation
At the end of last year, Luxembourg passed a new law establishing the Register of Beneficial Owners (Registre des Bénéficiaires Effectifs, or RBE), which requires all firms registered in the Luxembourg company register, including investment...
Foreign investment regime in the UK
Many entrepreneurs looking to expand their business overseas see the UK as an ideal jurisdiction. There are a huge number of reasons for this, but the main ones are considered to be ease,
Fund Regulation in Brief in Guernsey
For quite a long time, the island of Guernsey was a British colony, and to this day the country is the possession of the British crown. In 1973, when the UK joined the
Israeli Private Equity Funds Overview
As in many other countries, private equity funds in Israel are set up in the form of limited partnerships. A limited liability partnership in Israel is a separate legal entity where limited partners do not...
Regulation of Private Investment in Austria
This article examines the main issues related to the regulation of private investment in Austria . The country conducts the entire spectrum of private equity transactions, from seed capital to buybacks. There
Sharia Banking in the USA
In the last 5 years, we’ve seen more Islamic banks in the U.S. offering a wide range of financial services and having developed techniques to provide financing while staying sufficiently true to Sharia principles. Their...
Setting up a PEF in Brazil
Having a sufficiently developed economy, Brazil has long been a magnet for foreign investors. So, let’s have a look at the key legal requirements potential investors will have to meet to open
Fund Types in Germany
Recently, Germany’s government has released a statement saying that the investment market in the country is developing at a staggering pace. Pursuant to the report published by the Federal Statistics Office, the amount
Establishing a PE Fund in Egypt
Private equity funds are pools of capital to invest in companies for a high rate of return. In recent years, PE firms have pocketed huge—and controversial—sums, while stalking ever larger acquisition targets. PE funds in...
New Regulatory Changes in the Cayman Islands
All those contemplating registering an investment foundation in the Cayman Islands should keep in mind the recent changes in the country’s regulatory regime. Related primarily to the setting up of
Regulating Islamic Finance in Japan
Important Points to Consider Having a miniscule Muslim population and, correspondingly, insufficient customer base, Japan currently has no Islamic financial establishments. Hence, traditional financial products & establishments still remain prevalent. However, the recent changes to...
Private Equity Funds in Australia
Recent years have seen the Australian government take steps aimed at encouraging establishment of PEFs in Australia . As a result, the country’s PEF landscape has undergone major transformations, and particularly after
The Philippines Welcome Islamic Finance
Islamic banks and investment funds are mainly concentrated in the Middle East, the Persian Gulf and Malaysia. However, they’ve been long drawing interest from different countries due to the massive liquidity. Their total
Islamic Finance The French Way
The French authorities were faced with the task of incorporating Islamic finance into the legal system, but at the same time not violating their religious principles defined by Sharia. They coped with this task perfectly....
Investment Funds Regulation in Bermuda
Today it is difficult to imagine a global investment industry without one of its key centers - Bermuda.
More than 600 different investment funds are registered and successfully operate in this jurisdiction.
US Capital Markets
A capital market is a securities market (debt or equity) where commercial enterprises & governments can raise long-term funds. What makes it different from the money market (where short-term funds are normally raised) is that...
Restrictions on Foreign Investment during COVID-19
Due to the rapid spread of the coronavirus pandemic, many governments are taking measures aimed at maintaining & stabilizing the situation in their countries. However, if you intend to invest in Europe
Islamic Financing in the Republic of Ireland
Those seeking to open a company in the EU should definitely train their sights on the Irish Republic. Being a member of the EU and OECD, it attracts foreign investors due to small
FDI in the EU
Little did EU economic pundits know how vital the new FDI screening regulations would prove to be after the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. Under the regulations, a mechanism enabling individual member states to verify...
Licensing & Protection of Registered Trademarks in Israel
Licensing of registered trademarks in Israel requires verification of a license & its registration in the respective register. Registering a license in Israel is mandatory. It should be kept
FDI Legislation in Great Britain
Over the recent years, the EU & its individual member states (including its former members, such as Great Britain) have been tightening FDI screening rules , with the main emphasis being placed
Foreign Direct Investments in Canada
FDI in Canada is absolutely vital for the country’s prosperity; however complying with FDI regulation in Canada is not without its pitfalls & can, therefore, be quite a challenge.
FDI Regulation in Germany
Overall, German legislation is quite liberal toward foreign direct investment in German companies . However, given the recent influx of investors from countries outside the EU, and more specifically, recent acquisitions of
Luxembourg and Hong Kong to Recognise Funds
If an entrepreneur wants to establish an investment fund in Luxembourg or Hong Kong, he will be delighted to know that at the beginning of last year, the regulators of these jurisdictions shook hands and...
How the COVID-19 Pandemic Impacted Startups in India
The coronavirus pandemic adversely affected the entire investment sector in India, but it is the startups that ended up being the hardest hit. The majority of them are experiencing a decline in demand that hasn’t...
Additional Investor Protection in Crowdfunding in the EU
Recently, the final text on the regulations of the European Parliament and the European Crowdfunding Council has become available to the general public. The document addresses many important aspects that relate to investor
FDI in Belgium
Known for its investor friendliness, Belgium is now seeking to attract & retain foreign investors. As part of this effort, the government of Belgium has pledged to lower corporate income tax & amend the Companies...
Protecting FDI in the Republic of Argentina
Pursuant to the FDI Protection Act, foreign investors can invest in the Republic of Argentina without securing government approval & in accordance with the same rules that are applicable to domestic investors. Non-domestic investors can...
Retail Investment Funds in Hong Kong
Registering a RIF in HKSAR requires indepth understanding of the regulatory framework in this jurisdiction. Operation of RIFs is regulated by the OFC Code, while more specific rules & regulations are laid forth
Legal complexities of launching a property fund
Property funds promise to increase the investments of investors through the construction and sale of real estate. If you intend to establish a property fund in the UAE, then this material will be useful for...
Regulation of Funds in the UK during the Coronavirus Pandemic
Given the ongoing СOVID-19 pandemic, there’s now a special page on FCA website containing regulatory information on some of the operational & financial problems UK funds are facing. If you are looking into
