The UAE’s asset management landscape, anchored by ADGM and DIFC, is experiencing record growth and regulatory innovation. Explore the evolving regime for Management Companies and AIFMs, including new manager categories, substance requirements, market trends, and the role of global players in the region.
A surge of entrepreneurial activity and a series of strategic financial moves have put Santa Fe on the radar of venture investors searching for early-stage opportunities in 2026. The city is seeing not only local startups gaining traction, but also a significant...
France stands as a leading European fund hub, navigating regulatory shifts and digital innovation in the management company and AIFM sector. This article explores key market trends, the effects of AIFM II, and the evolving landscape for substance and delegation in France’s vibrant alternative fund market.
Luxembourg’s real estate investment funds sector has doubled in size since 2020, cementing the Grand Duchy’s status as Europe’s premier hub for property funds, REITs, and alternative investment vehicles. Explore the latest regulatory trends, vehicle options like SIF, RAIF, and SICAR, and see how Damalion advises on structuring, VAT, and cross-border holdings.
Ireland’s private equity industry is experiencing robust growth, fueled by major fund launches, rising AUM, and regulatory reforms. Discover the latest trends in PE, venture capital, and cross-border structuring, including insights from Elkstone Ventures, MML Growth Capital Partners, and Key Capital.
Hong Kong, China: Foreign buyers face 15% stamp duty on residential real estate. 2026 guide covers taxes, restrictions, and setup.
A Luxembourg RAIF offers speed, flexibility, and tax efficiency for institutional alternative strategies across asset classes and jurisdictions.
Malta is reinforcing its reputation as a credible EU fund domicile for ESG and sustainable finance, driven by robust regulatory action and growing market demand. Explore how the MFSA’s outcomes-based supervision, EU taxonomy alignment, and anti-greenwashing drive are shaping Malta’s fund landscape.
Explore the evolving landscape of fund tax and structuring in the Cayman Islands: regulatory reforms, tokenised funds, AUM growth, and international structuring strategies. Damalion advises on tax-efficient frameworks, subscription tax, SPV chains, and treaty access.
The UAE’s DIFC and ADGM are redefining fund governance in MENA, leveraging regulatory innovation and sovereign investor leadership. Explore the latest trends in board composition, independent directorship, and compliance frameworks shaping the region’s investment fund landscape.
