03/27/2019

Insurance fears show why we need to broaden tax base

New Zealand's largest insurer, IAG, hit the headlines this month when it become apparent it was taking a more conservative approach towards writing and renewing home and contents policies in Wellington.

03/26/2019

Labuan IBFC continues to grow due to non-resident biz

Notable achievements in the centre’s business sectors included the 12.5 per cent growth – 1,059 incorporations – in new company incorporation, mainly from the Far East region, with the majority from Japan, China and South Korea.

03/22/2019

The new corporate collective investment vehicle regime dilemma

Flaws in draft legislation for the new corporate collective investment vehicle regime will mean the structure is too risky for many property funds — with the risk of double taxation if sub-funds fail tough tests for passive income activity.