Expert Analysis

While UN proposals to shift airline taxation from a residence-based system to a source-state one are not set in stone, ex-British Airways CEO Willie Walsh warns they would increase costs and complexity

Experts from law firm Kennedys outline the key tax disputes trends set to define 2026, ranging from increased enforcement to continued tariff drama and AI usage

Defending loss situations in TP is not about denying the existence of losses but about showing, through proactive measures, that the losses reflect genuine commercial realities

A recent ruling curbs formalistic proof requirements in EU cross-border pension fund taxation while strengthening the substance over form and ‘equality of arms’ concepts, say João Rodrigues, Liliana Piedade, and Francisco Ludovino Reis of Cuatrecasas

Tax authorities in Europe are stepping up their transfer pricing focus. A podcast held by ITR in collaboration with CMS explores what multinational enterprises can do to mitigate risk

Taxpayers may have to refine their approach in staving off tax controversy. A podcast held by ITR in collaboration with CMS explains why audits and tax litigation may never be the same

Shaun Austin, Darcy Alamuddin, and Ryan McMahon of Deloitte analyse the feedback from the 2024 Deloitte transfer pricing controversy survey, highlighting key trends in the transfer pricing controversy space

Nicola Lostumbo and Jie Pan of Deloitte provide insights into high-value intercompany service charges, their role in creating value, and the most common tax authority challenges, before concluding with some considerations in mitigating risks

Carlos Serrano Palacio, Richie Lombard, and Bernardo Misle of Deloitte analyse recent measures to resolve tax uncertainty in a climate of increasing transfer pricing audits and controversy, and consider what further steps should be taken

Nicolas Duboille and Mathis Rossignol of Sumerson analyse the far-reaching implications of a French Supreme Administrative Court decision clarifying the application of Article 123 bis of the General Tax Code

Adrian Rus and Georgiana Bizdrigheanu of EY Romania explain how advance pricing agreements can help taxpayers navigate Romania’s new deductibility limitations and improve predictability and efficiency

Emanuel Băncilă of Băncilă, Diaconu și Asociații SPRL, part of the EY Law global network, outlines practical strategies for Romanian taxpayers facing 'surprise' inspections and procedural limits