TEI explains objections to Indian retrospective amendment Several organisations, including the Tax Executives Institute (TEI) have written to Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh and finance minister Pranab Mukherjee, outlining their objections to the government’s decision to retrospectively... By Matthew Gilleard April 16 2012
The problems with US tax reform At the beginning of this month, when Japanese reforms became effective, the US became the country with the world’s highest corporate tax rate. By Matthew Gilleard April 09 2012
The six sins of cross-border deals When undertaking a domestic transaction, all parties generally share the same principles regarding what needs to be done to close the deal. By Matthew Gilleard April 09 2012
How India, the UK and US are expanding their tax base With an increasing interest in international tax norms and trying to apply best practices, there is increasing uncertainty for taxpayers and tax administrations. By Matthew Gilleard April 02 2012
Finland seeks growth through R&D payroll incentive The Finnish government has announced new incentives targeted at stimulating economic growth, including a tax credit for companies related to the salaries of personnel involved in research and development (R&D). By Matthew Gilleard April 02 2012
Advisers welcome new UK CFC rules Delegates at last week’s ABA/IFA/IBA 12th Annual Tax Planning Strategies conference in Vienna, Austria, heard how the UK’s reform of its controlled foreign company (CFC) legislation is finally close to... By Matthew Gilleard April 02 2012
Indian GAAR receives negative response The decision to introduce a general anti-avoidance rule (GAAR) in India has not been welcomed by the country’s tax advisers, citing that it disrespects and challenges the country’s judicial system. By Matthew Gilleard March 27 2012
Lobbying pays off as UK gets new R&D credit The UK government has released its designs for the new above-the-line R&D tax credit, as announced in George Osborne’s budget last week. By Matthew Gilleard March 26 2012
Cautious optimism around the GOP alternative US budget House Budget Committee chairman Paul Ryan (R-WI) has unveiled a Republican alternative budget resolution for fiscal year 2013, which has been approved by a vote of 19-18. By Matthew Gilleard March 26 2012
