Royal Skandia Trust Company, a division of Isle of Man-based Skandia International, has extended its range of inheritance tax solutions with the launch of its Enhanced Loan Trust.

Friends Provident International (FPI) survey on international investor attitudes shows a decrease in confidence in the markets and fears of rate rises.

A new trade organisation, ICI Global, has been launched to focus on regulatory, market and other issues for global investment funds, their managers and investors.

In an unprecedented move, the Isle of Man Bankers' Association (IOMBA) has voted Mark Waterhouse, Chief Executive Officer of Zurich Bank International, to be appointed President for a second term of office.

The European Fund and Asset Management Association (EFAMA) has identified pensions as a priority area for the industry going forward and supports a harmonised European pension plan.

Guernsey continues to build on its commitment to meeting international standards of transparency and exchange of information in tax matters.

Jersey-based Stanley Gibbons Group, the AIM listed Company which trades in rare stamps, historical documents, rare coins and select military medals has opened up for business in Hong Kong.

A half-day conference will promote the low taxes and benefits for both individuals and companies of relocating to Switzerland.

A breakdown of total expense ratios (TER) reveals that UCITS fund managers retain on average 42% of fees and charges, while most of the remaining 58% is paid to distributors and on administration charges.

Cayman-based Melchior European Fund from Dalton Strategic Partnership (DSP) has closed to new and exiting investors following a period of strong inflows.