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New Tax Developments Affecting Management Fees: What Hong Kong Fund Managers Should Know
The Hong Kong tax authorities have issued new guidance which may affect the arrangements used by fund management groups to minimize tax on management fees and performance fees. In this articles, we examine the current taxation position and set out defensive steps which fund management groups may take to minimize the risk of an increased tax burden.
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New Proposals to Regulate Mis-Selling of Investment Funds & Structured Products in Hong Kong: Right or Wrong?
The recent global financial crisis has resulted in an upswing in regulatory action throughout world markets. In Hong Kong, the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) has proposed a slew of new requirements, some of which have already been implemented retroactively and without industry consultation. In this article we examine these ongoing developments in SFC policy and their effectiveness in reaching a fair balance between investor protection and costs to the investor and the financial industry.
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How to Start a Hedge Fund in Hong Kong: Private Client Seminar
Recent events have triggered a resurgence in interest in the establishment of hedge funds, both from those eying opportunities in the current market and from those looking to break away from the uncertainties of working for larger institutions. This seminar provides an overview of the key legal issues that are likely to arise when establishing and managing a hedge fund in Hong Kong, covering the choice of fund structure, business licensing requirements and capital raising.
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How to Start a Hedge Fund in Hong Kong: A Legal Primer
Hong Kong is a premier centre for hedge fund management in Asia, boasting easy access to North Asia deal flow, world class infrastructure, an internationally regarded regulatory framework and a relatively benign tax environment. This article provides the portfolio manager with an overview of the key legal issues that are likely to arise when establishing and managing a hedge fund in Hong Kong, covering the choice of fund structure, business licensing requirements and capital raising.
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"Communications from Collective Investment Schemes Authorized in Hong Kong: A Snapshot of SFC Proposals
Proposed changes will reduce regulatory burdens by dispensing with pre-vetting by the SFC of a wide range of notices and advertisements issued by collective investment schemes authorized by the SFC. At the same time, they will harmonize requirements for advertisements. However, the changes introduce now complexity into the regulatory regime and shift greater responsibility and liability on the issuers of such notices and advertisements.
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How to Start a Hedge Fund in Hong Kong: A Legal Primer
Challenging the SFC: What Every Compliance Officer Needs to Know
Financial Services Acquisitions: A Primer to Buying Securities Firms, Asset Managers, Insurers and Banks
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