Much of the talk around the ongoing Brexit process ignores the importance of trade and the myriad benefits of closer relationships with neighbouring countries

Although most believe the London will remain a high profile hub, the appeal of rival centres is growing and banks would rather wait to discover what the future holds before committing to the UK capital 

Although financial services remain a key component of the Isle of Man economy, technology is increasingly important to the island's future

The French and UK capitals are both running initiatives designed to raise the profiles of their asset management industries with domestic and external audiences  

The threats of rising regulation, protectionism and Brexit uncertainty could all threaten the Isle of Man, but its diversified economy should prove resilient 

The uncertainty surrounding Brexit is making life uncomfortable for Jersey, particularly when it comes to immigration and marketing funds into the EU 

With Coutts now firmly concentrating on its core UK market, the challenge for chief executive Peter Flavel is getting its existing clients to do more with the bank

While banks fear that access to EU talent may be restricted in the post-Brexit landscape, some wealthy clients have already sensed a buying opportunity amid the uncertainty