A recent decision underlines that Indian courts are more willing to look beyond just legal compliance and examine whether foreign investment structures have real business substance
A German economics professor was reportedly ‘irritated’ by how the Finnish ministry of finance used his data
Countries that care about the fair taxation of tech multinationals and equitable global distribution of wealth should back the UN’s tax framework, writes economist Abdelmalek Riad
The cuts disproportionately affected staff in certain positions, the report also found; in other news, MHA announced the €24m acquisition of Baker Tilly South East Europe
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Sponsored by VdAJoão Riscado Rapoula and André Vilaça Ferreira of VdA outline the NHR 2.0 Portuguese tax incentive and explain why it could enhance the country’s appeal to expatriates and foreign businesses
Historically low levels of attrition over consecutive years made a ‘difficult decision’ necessary, PwC has reportedly said
The deal to acquire ITR's parent company is expected to complete by the end of May 2025
The directive will extend cooperation and information exchange around pillar two, according to the Council of the EU
Audit engagement partner Christopher Voogd has also been hit with a £32,500 charge over the firm’s work with Stirling Water Seafield Finance
A mere three firms accounted for more than 90% of top-up taxes paid, according to research from Deloitte
While nearly all large firms said they were already using GenAI, only 63% of small firms reported the same
There are unanswered questions as to how foreign investors could reclaim money via tax credits, advisers suggested
The UK Government’s plans to close the tax gap via increased HM Revenue and Customs investment have failed to impress local tax advisers
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Opinion: Pillar two should persevere without Trump’s backing
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Opinion: UK national insurance burden could boost tax partnership model
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Opinion: UK govt will soon learn that the tax truth hurts
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Opinion: Why tax can be central to the EU’s competitive future
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Opinion: Why HMRC sees mandatory qualification as the way forward
It is extraordinary that tax advisers in the UK can offer their services without having to join a professional body. This looks like it is coming to an end, Ralph Cunningham writes
Awards
World Tax global head of research Jon Moore tells ITR how his team spots standout submissions, and gives early statistical insights into this year’s entries
Awards
ITR invites tax firms, in-house teams, and tax professionals to make nominations for the 2025 ITR Tax Awards in the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific
Awards
The firm also won regional awards for Pro Bono Firm of the Year and Tax Law Firm of the Year
Awards
The firm picked up awards for its work in multiple jurisdictions, while DLA Piper walked away with four individual honours