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The impacts of sustainability and technology on the future of funds will form the key discussions around the 2022 Guernsey Funds Forum. ‘Endless Opportunities’ will explore the regulatory landscape, such as new requirements introduced by global standards bodies, the strategies that fund managers have adapted in response, and Guernsey as a centre of innovation. Jo Peacegood, Chair of the Guernsey Investment & Funds Association, said the event takes place at an opportune moment to share the island’s strengths in the funds sector.

What lies ahead for the investment funds industry over the next year? Jo Peacegood and Stephen Rouxel, Chair and Vice Chair of the Guernsey Investment & Funds Association respectively, share a few predictions, and what it will mean for Guernsey. Jo Peacegood There is a significant amount of global capital available for investment which means the funds market continues to grow globally. We have seen the statistics from the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC) in 2021 and the sector continues to thrive.

There are a number of compelling reasons why fund managers across the globe are looking to redomicile their funds. Here, fund practitioners in Guernsey give their view as to why they are receiving enquiries about migration… Martin Scott, Head of Sanne Guernsey Over the past 12 months, Guernsey has seen a noticeable increase in enquiries from asset managers looking to migrate their fund structures from other jurisdictions. Indeed, here at Sanne, we have received several enquiries from fund managers who either have migrated or are considering redomiciling to Guernsey.

The International Stock Exchange (TISE), headquartered in Guernsey, has announced record turnover, profit and earnings per share for the second consecutive year.  TISE Group’s Annual Report shows that turnover increased 19% to a record £9.9 million, post-tax profit increased 31% to a record £4.