UK Budget

Financial planning and the UK Budget Autumn 2024: key takeaways for expatriates in Asia

Last week, Rachel Reeves, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, delivered Labour’s first budget since 2010. Here’s a roundup of the main points.   UK Autumn Budget highlights The UK’s Autumn Budget for 2024 was groundbreaking as the first ever to be delivered by a female chancellor. It was also Labour’s first budget since 2010 and…

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Money laundering and human trafficking: Disrupting the cycle

Human trafficking and money laundering are intrinsically linked. Infinity’s compliance officer, Duncan Taylor explains how Infinity is playing its part in the fight against this horrific crime. What is human trafficking? Human trafficking is the illegal act of recruiting, transporting, harbouring, or receiving people through the use of force, fraud, or coercion, for the purpose…

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Why Trevor Keidan Should Win the 2024 Personality of the Year Award at the International Investment Awards

In the world of financial services, leadership and personality are critical ingredients for success. Few embody these traits as fully as Trevor Keidan, the Managing Director of Infinity Financial Solutions. His dynamic leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and unwavering commitment to the industry have set him apart as a visionary leader. Nominated for the prestigious Personality of…

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Why William Gray Should Win the 2024 Best Emerging Talent of the Year Award at the International Investment Awards

The financial services industry is continually evolving, and with it, new talent emerges who are ready to drive change, inspire innovation, and provide exceptional service to clients. One such standout is William Gray, Financial Advisor at Infinity Financial Solutions Vietnam, whose fresh perspective, dedication, and skill have quickly made him a rising star in the…

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Why Paul Dodd Deserves the 2024 Unsung Hero Award at the International Investment Awards

The financial services industry often recognizes the frontrunners and key figures who lead organizations to success, but behind every thriving company is a team of dedicated individuals who consistently go above and beyond without seeking the limelight. This year, the International Investment Awards presents the perfect opportunity to shine a well-deserved spotlight on one such…

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First-class financial planning over two decades: Happy birthday to us!

As Infinity turns twenty, Managing Director, Trevor Keidan looks back on 20 years of providing first-class financial planning services to clients across Asia. Humble beginnings Arriving in Asia in 2002 following a stint in the financial services sector in London, Trevor was shocked by the state of the industry, particularly the inadequate services offered to…

Financial Action Task Force

The Financial Action Task Force: grey and black lists explained

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is the global watchdog fighting against money laundering and terrorist financing. Its grey and black lists identify countries whose financial systems do not comply to its standards. Duncan Taylor, Infinity’s Compliance Officer, explains what these designations mean and the implications for investors.   What is the Financial Action Task…

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Education fee planning: With AI replacing many jobs, is it still worth getting a degree?

With AI replacing white-collar jobs in numerous fields and the cost of a degree continuing to rise, is it still worth getting a degree? We consider the merits of university education, highlight some important considerations for potential undergraduates and give some tips on education fee planning. AI and the evolving job market According to Accenture,…

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World Earth Day: can going green with your investments really make a difference?

22nd April is World Earth Day, a global call for individuals and businesses to champion environmental sustainability. With increasing numbers of investors switching to ESG investments we take a look at whether prioritising ‘green’ investments really can make a difference in the ongoing fight to mitigate climate change. What is ESG investing? It’s impossible to…