The Mercator Entity Management Report 2024

Direct insight in to the cost and time required to manage a global portfolio of entities
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Effective entity management is critical for multinational companies.

In large, complex international structures this can be a challenging task – navigating diverse legal requirements and strict regulatory frameworks.

Without streamlined oversight, companies face severe penalties for non-compliance, which can damage reputations and disrupt operations.

Ensuring effective entity management requires clear visibility, a holistic understanding of the requirements and importantly the right tools and information.

The data from this report covers:
180
jurisdictions
20
different types of 
corporate secretarial tasks

The Mercator Entity Management Report 2024 explores the evolving landscape of entity management, highlighting key trends, challenges, and best practices – based on real life data.

The report provides a benchmark for businesses leaders, legal professionals, and compliance teams on the relative cost and time required to manage a global portfolio of entities.

2024 Key Findings

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Cost – by region
North America emerges the cheapest region, whilst MEA remains the most expensive.
Overall, global average costs increased by 3% compared to 2023.
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Time – by region
APAC is the fastest region in 2024, whilst MEA remains the slowest.
Overall, global average time increased by 14% compared to 2023.
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Cost – by jurisdiction
Malaysia remains the cheapest jurisdiction, followed by Sri Lanka and Bangladesh.
Qatar is the most expensive, followed by South Korea and Oman.
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Time – by jurisdiction
Gibraltar is the fastest jurisdiction, followed by Luxembourg and Bermuda.
The slowest jurisdiction is Bangladesh, followed by Venezuela and Ghana.
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Overall Ranking: Cost + Time
Singapore ranks as the top jurisdiction for 2024, followed by the United Kingdom and Australia.
Indonesia ranks lowest, followed by Brazil and United Arab Emirates.
Download the full report for the complete jurisdictional rankings and insights into ensuring effective entity management around the world.
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