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elcorreo.com • Finance • Spain
Starting in 2026, Spanish tax authorities will gain access to Bizum payment data to enhance tax compliance for businesses and freelancers.
estadao.com.br • Politics • Brazil
A Brazilian news article discusses how judges exploit loopholes to reduce their income tax burden, creating a 'tax haven' for themselves.
telegraph.co.uk • Politics • UK
MPs criticize HMRC's new powers to directly seize unpaid taxes from bank accounts, raising concerns about potential errors and an infringement on individual liberties.
thurgauerzeitung.ch • Taxes • Switzerland
The article details the 2024 tax rates across 80 municipalities in Thurgau, Switzerland, highlighting the significant variations between the most and least expensive communities.
irishtimes.com • Politics • Ireland
Ireland's Minister for Media plans to block a proposed levy on streaming services like Netflix, citing that viewers already pay enough for entertainment.
quatrorodas.abril.com.br • Automotive • Brazil
Brazilian states have implemented varying rules for IPVA 2025, with some offering discounts or exemptions for electric and hybrid vehicles.
elcorreo.com • Politics • Spain
The Basque Country's economic agreement secured overwhelming parliamentary support in Spain, showcasing its enduring political backing despite national divisions.
thetimes.com • RealEstate • UK
Increased taxes and a return to office work have significantly cooled the previously hot rural and coastal housing markets in the UK.
scribd.com • Economics • World
This question bank explores the effects of government interventions, such as subsidies and taxes, on market equilibrium and the distribution of benefits and burdens between producers and consumers.
elpais.com • Politics • Germany
Germany's new coalition government, formed by the CDU/CSU and SPD, outlines stricter immigration policies, tax cuts, and a push for digitalization to address economic recession and global instability.
telegraph.co.uk • Economics • England
The article discusses the unintended negative consequences of policies targeting second home owners, highlighting the economic impact on local communities and businesses.
exame.com • Economics • Brazil
Starting April 1st, 2025, taxes on international online purchases from sites like Shein and AliExpress in Brazil will increase, leading to higher prices for consumers and potentially impacting the volume of international purchases.
vox.com • Technology • World
AI-powered tax chatbots are becoming increasingly helpful, but concerns remain about their accuracy and potential to devalue human expertise.
odt.co.nz • News • New Zealand
The Otago Daily Times publishes a collection of letters to the editor covering diverse topics ranging from taxation policies and the preservation of art to environmental concerns and local infrastructure.
dnevnik.bg • Economics • Bulgaria
A new Bulgarian tax control measure targeting specific sectors, including automobiles, construction materials, and fertilizers, raises concerns about increased costs for businesses without a clear benefit to state revenue.
irishtimes.com • Politics • Ireland
Ireland's Minister for Culture rejects proposed tourist taxes in Dublin and other cities, citing potential economic drawbacks and the need for government approval.
cronica.com.mx • Finance • Mexico
Several Mexican banks face restrictions on tax collection due to frequent delays in delivering tax revenue to the federal treasury, prompting a reform to strengthen fiscal efficiency and transparency.
theatlantic.com • Politics • United States
Grover Norquist, a prominent anti-tax activist, expresses alarm as the Republican Party considers a tax hike on the wealthy, challenging long-held conservative principles.
frandroid.com • Technology • France
Starting this summer, accessing impots.gouv.fr will require two-factor authentication to enhance security and combat tax fraud.
nation.africa • Politics • Kenya
Kenyan Parliament is investigating 14 companies for receiving Sh15 billion in VAT exemptions, prompting scrutiny of their investment claims and the overall impact on revenue collection.
e.glavbukh.ru • Finance • Russia
This article explains how to calculate May's advance salary payments in Russia, considering various factors like vacation, sick leave, and business trips.
gestion.pe • Economics • Peru
Peru's Congress is poised to approve a bill including the General Sales Tax (IGV) in Obras por Impuestos (OxI) and establishing a new 'Servicios por Impuestos' (SxI) program, aiming to boost private investment in public projects.
theepochtimes.com • Politics • United States
The House Transportation Committee passed a bill imposing new annual fees on electric and hybrid vehicle drivers to fund highway repairs, sparking debate over fairness and funding.
inews.co.uk • Finance • UK
A high-earning couple struggles to make ends meet despite their combined six-figure income due to high taxes and private school fees.
demorgen.be • Politics • World
Donald Trump's administration is dismantling decades of institutional safeguards to create a tax haven and undermine global efforts towards equitable taxation.
dailymail.co.uk • Finance • UK
This article provides ten strategies for minimizing inheritance tax when transferring a family home to children, ranging from doing nothing if the estate's value is below the threshold to more complex methods like gifting portions of the property or utilizing equity release.
telegraph.co.uk • Politics • UK
A UK-India trade deal sparks controversy as the opposition accuses the Labour government of creating a two-tier tax system favoring Indian migrants.
elcorreo.com • Politics • Spain
Bilbao is significantly increasing its waste tax by 45% while freezing other municipal taxes to offset the impact on families.
inews.co.uk • Finance • UK
The UK Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, faces a significant budget shortfall and may need to implement several tax increases, including extending tax freezes, reforming pension allowances, and potentially raising fuel duty.
bangordailynews.com • Politics • Maine
Old Town, Maine, faces a budget shortfall due to the closure of the ND Paper mill, necessitating potential job cuts and a property tax increase despite efforts to mitigate the impact.
bloomberg.com • Politics • USA
President Trump proposed a tax hike on high-income earners to balance other tax cuts.
super.abril.com.br • Economics • Brazil
This article explains why gasoline prices in Brazil are displayed with three decimal places, citing a 1994 regulation aimed at ensuring accurate pricing and fair competition.
irishtimes.com • Economics • Ireland
The Irish government faces a difficult choice between continuing costly cost-of-living supports, which risk becoming permanent, and potentially worsening the financial situation for many middle-income earners.
foreignaffairs.com • Economics • World
The article proposes revising U.S. tax laws to counter China's unfair trade practices by eliminating tax subsidies for foreign investment, thereby reducing incentives for Chinese dumping of goods.
inews.co.uk • Politics • UK
The article discusses five tax increases that might be considered by the UK Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, but their potential revenue generation is deemed insufficient to significantly impact the budget deficit.
latercera.com • Taxes • Chile
A report seeks to increase transparency in the calculation of property taxes in Chile, addressing concerns about the lack of clarity in the process and the data used by the tax authority.
elpais.com • Politics • Spain
The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) has proposed a series of fiscal and regulatory measures to address Spain's housing crisis, aiming to curb speculative practices and increase affordable housing.
infobae.com • Economics • Argentina
The Argentinian government unveiled a plan to stimulate the use of privately held US dollars, aiming to boost consumption and simplify tax compliance.
eldiariomontanes.es • Economics • Spain
25% of Spanish self-employed workers owe the Social Security system for 2023 contributions due to a recent reform linking contributions to actual income.
theglobeandmail.com • Politics • USA
Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" proposes sweeping tax cuts, increased border wall funding, and significant cuts to social programs, sparking controversy in Congress.
latercera.com • Politics • Chile
The director of Chile's tax agency, Javier Etcheberry, defends his agency's actions amidst criticism regarding transparency and fairness in tax application.
nacion.com • Politics • Costa Rica
Starting in June, Costa Rica will increase taxes on electric vehicles due to a reduction in government tax incentives.
dailymail.co.uk • Finance • UK
The UK government's potential ISA changes are predicted to significantly restrict cash savings allowances, forcing investors toward UK assets, potentially harming savers' wealth for the sake of economic growth.
thisismoney.co.uk • Finance • UK
The UK government's potential cuts to cash ISA allowances are likely to be far more extensive than initially anticipated, aiming to boost economic growth rather than solely improve saver returns.
dailymail.co.uk • Finance • UK
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is reportedly planning significant tax increases, potentially impacting the middle class through income tax, pension reforms, and other measures.
dailymail.co.uk • Finance • UK
UK savers with over £11,000 in their accounts may face penalties if they haven't reported their interest income to HMRC.
financialpost.com • Finance • Canada
Rising federal government spending in Canada necessitates new taxes, potentially impacting personal and corporate rates, GST/HST, and potentially introducing wealth or home equity taxes.
dagbladet.no • Finance • Norway
Checking your tax return in Norway could save you thousands of kroner, especially by claiming deductions for inherited property sales and private loans.
lavanguardia.com • Finance • Spain
Spanish homeowners renting their properties to tourists need to be aware of tax obligations and the implications of providing additional hotel-like services.
valor.globo.com • Finance • Brazil
The Brazilian government reversed its decision to increase the IOF tax on foreign investments by national funds, maintaining the zero rate after negative repercussions.
slate.com • Government • World
A bureaucratic mix-up leads to the author discovering the government had their birthday wrong and the process of correcting it.
margriet.nl • Retirement • Portugal
Portugal's attractive tax benefits and lifestyle draw many retirees, but recent changes to the tax system and rising living costs raise concerns.