From www.accountingtoday.com: (US context) House Republicans have introduced the Defending American Jobs and Investment Act to end U.S. participation in the OECD’s global tax framework, spurred by an executive order from President Trump.… read more
From www.accountingtoday.com: President Trump has signed executive orders implementing a hiring freeze for federal employees, particularly at the IRS, and withdrew from a global tax deal supported by the previous administration.… read more
From alvarezandmarsal.com: Malaysia and Singapore have launched the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ) to attract global investments and stimulate regional economic growth.
The initiative merges Malaysia’s infrastructure capabilities with Singapore’s investment expertise, focusing on advanced industries and high-growth sectors while offering tax incentives to boost investments.… read more
From www.themandarin.com.au: President Donald Trump signed an executive order rescinding the U.S. commitment to the OECD global tax agreement, allowing the U.S. to set tax rates independently and asserting American sovereignty over its tax regime.… read more
From www.rsm.global: Dr. Mary Wang offers ten essential tips for Chinese-owned entities looking to do business in Melbourne, emphasizing the importance of leveraging the city’s strategic advantages, understanding Australian regulations, and embracing local business culture.… read more
From www.icaew.com: Business confidence in the UK has significantly decreased, with the ICAEW Business Confidence Monitor reporting a drop to 0.2 for Q4 2024, the lowest since Q4 2022, primarily due to concerns following the Budget’s tax measures.… read more
From alvarezandmarsal.com: Travel and hospitality trends in North America for 2025 suggest a post-pandemic stabilization, tech-driven customer engagement, robust loyalty programs, and strategic ecosystem partnerships.… read more
From www.journalofaccountancy.com: (US context) Almost 75% of CFOs believe the economy will improve in the coming year, a significant increase from 19% in the previous quarter, according to Deloitte’s survey.… read more
From alvarezandmarsal.com: This comprehensive analysis presents an overview of anticipated changes in the US regulatory environment, government incentive programs for anti-corruption, compliance best practices, corporate governance trends, and the rise in dawn raids.… read more
From www.accountingtoday.com: Lawsuits pending before the Supreme Court and federal courts in 2025 may impact the enforcement powers of the IRS and SEC, with cases challenging the IRS’s ability to collect certain pre-bankruptcy tax payments and scrutinizing the SEC’s enforcement capabilities.… read more
From sophiegrace.com.au: Foreign Financial Services Providers (FFSPs) can offer services in Australia by acquiring an Australian Financial Services License or utilizing relief pathways provided by ASIC.… read more