Permanent exemption from variation margin obligation for FX forwards?
Earlier this week, the European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs) published draft amendments to EMIR-related regulatory technical standards (RTS) that align the treatment of variation margin (VM) for FX forwards with the supervisory guidance applicable in other key jurisdictions. More specifically the draft amendments propose that the requirement to exchange VM for physically settled FX forwards shall …
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How To Prevent Workplace Fraud
Aziz Rahman examines the scale of fraud in business andexplains how it can be prevented, identified and reported.
Politically Exposed Persons And The Legal Restrictions They Face
Aziz Rahman and Ben Ticehurst consider the Novartis scandaland the business restrictions on those holding high office.
Corporate Liability And The Individual
With much still to be decided regarding the prosecution ofindividuals over the financial scandals at Rolls-Royce and Tesco, Aziz Rahmanexamines how the fate of investigated companies can differ to that of those whoworked for them.
Defending Yourself When International Bribery Allegations Are Made
Syedur Rahman and Nicola Sharp explain how corporates shouldrespond if investigated over bribery allegations abroad.
Initial Coin Offering (ICO) Through Cyprus
Initial Coin Offering, known as “ICO”, is a relatively new phenomenon in the crowdfunding industry being the main subject of discussion in the Blockchain and financial communities.
The new Prospectus Regulation EU
On 30th June 2017, the European Parliament and the European Council published in the Official Journal of the European Union the Regulation (EU) 2017/1129 on the prospectus to be published when securities are offered to the public or admitted to trading on a regulated market (the “New Prospectus Regulation”).
Relocation and Retirement in Cyprus – The Tax Aspect
Since 2004, Cyprus is a full Member State of the European Union. This fact, along with its good strategic location, highly skilled human capital, excellent infrastructure, reliable communications, relatively low cost of living, sound and stable legal system, warm climate and hospitality of its people, are some of the advantages which contribute to Cyprus’ continuous …
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New transfer pricing regime imminent
20 Mar 2018 at 04:00 / NEWSPAPER SECTION: BUSINESS New transfer pricing regime imminent Vague 'justifiable grounds' excuse becomes a thing of the past as regulations brought up to international standards
The Council of State Dismissed Tüpraş’s Appeal against Turkish Competition Authority’s Record
The Council of State Dismissed Tüpraş's Appeal against the Turkish Competition Authority's Record Fine for Abuse of Dominance