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International Funds Focus Quarterly | October 2024

Regulatory developments for fund managers in the UK and across Europe
Knowledge Notes

The UK government's first 100 days – what measures affecting business have been progressed as anticipated?

We look at some of the significant first legislative steps the new government has taken, while business awaits its first
The UK Budget

UK Autumn Budget 2024: what tax measures can the UK expect?

Tax rises on 'working people' have been ruled out, but increases and changes can be expected in other areas
Competition, antitrust and trade

What can businesses learn from the UK National Security and Investment Act's Third Annual Report 2023-2024?

The NSIA Third Annual Report 2023-2024 showcases increased notifications, sector-specific trends, and the government's commitment to national security
Competition, antitrust and trade

Foreign direct investment in Italy: what the 2023 annual activity report tells business about the government's 'golden power'

The annual report on the exercise of special powers confirms, once again, an increase in the number of transactions reported
Business crime

FCA reinforces commitment to tackle UK financial crime

Targeted, outcomes-based approach keeps financial services firms at the centre of push for corporate crime enforcement
Financial Services

International Funds Legal Update | 9 September 2024

FCA updates on UCITS authorisation, UK funds gateway opens EU's guidelines on ESG and new ECB reporting rules
Employment and pensions

UK Employee Incentives Update | September 2024

A look ahead to the Autumn Budget, consultations on employee incentives and new HMRC guidance
Tax

Call for evidence on UK tax treatment of carried interest draws Osborne Clarke response

UK funds regime needs to remain internationally competitive and 'grandfathering' should be considered for existing funds
Business crime

UK tax disputes set for further 'failure to prevent' corporate criminal offences

Corporates face increasing risk of criminal prosecution for tax evasion under a new fraud offence and Labour government
Corporate

Unlocking global potential: Why German start-ups should consider a US holding company

The benefits of a US/German structure for companies and how to set it up.
Financial Services

International Funds Legal Update | 7 August 2024

Helpful research reforms have arrived in addition to clarity on key EU concepts