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Employee Share Plans Update - April 2024
Tuesday, 23 April 2024Other than the cut to the main rate of employee National Insurance from 6 April 2024, there were no new announcements in the March 2024 Spring Budget directly impacting employee share plans. However, there are a few previously announced changes taking effect from 6 April 2024, along with several on-going government consultations that could have an impact. We’ve picked out a few of these to look out for this year.
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EQ Monthly Bulletin - April 2024
Tuesday, 23 April 2024Keeping you up-to-date with industry changes and news impacting the world of share registration and employee share plans.
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FCA Update For Motor Finance Firms On Financial Resources And Complaints Handling
Wednesday, 17 April 2024We summarise the FCA's recent update for motor finance firms where they set out their financial and operational expectations as their investigation into discretionary commission arrangements continues.
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Going Public In London: A Strategic Move For Your Company
Tuesday, 16 April 2024In today's dynamic business landscape, companies are constantly seeking ways to expand their horizons, attract investment, and increase visibility. One strategic avenue to achieve these goals is through an Initial Public Offering (IPO), and London stands out as the leading destination for companies looking to go public.
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Navigating Disruptors And Activists At Annual General Meetings
Thursday, 11 April 2024In today's dynamic corporate landscape, annual general meetings (AGMs) serve as critical junctures for organisations to engage with shareholders, communicate strategic initiatives, and address concerns.
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UK Defined Benefit Pensions No Longer In A ‘Black Hole,’ Thanks To Higher Corporate Bond Yields
Thursday, 4 April 2024It’s been a challenging few years for Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes, which have suffered heavily from a convergence of demographic, economic and regulatory factors.
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