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Estonia: Reasons to invest
Here are three things you may not know about Estonia:
Public transport is free of charge in the country’s capital, Tallinn. Estonia was the first n..
23 January 2018
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Stamp Duty: Everything you need to know about the UK’s property acquisition tax
Stamp Duty Land Tax (‘SDLT’) is charged on purchases of freehold and leasehold land and property in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
While Stamp ..
19 January 2018
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How do you like them apples? China’s dominance forces Canada’s apple growers to experiment with new varieties
China dominates the apple juice export market. Unable to compete, Canada’s apple growers have been forced to adapt to changing circumstances.
As the..
18 January 2018
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Spain: Indirect taxation reformed by Decree
A Royal Decree modifying the regulations on indirect taxes has just been published in Spain (RD 1075/2017). Specifically, the VAT Return to Travellers..
Learn more17 January 2018
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Towards a new economic order? Zimbabwe looks to the future
In recent years Zimbabwe has become a byword for hyperinflation and economic misrule – ironic for a country once nicknamed Africa’s breadbasket.
The ..
17 January 2018
The latest news from HLB Poland
‘Save the Date’ 7th annual getsix® ‘Golf Trophy’
‘Gustaw’ and the getsix® Partners as way of thank you and your continued, and friendship, would like to invite you to attend our…
Learn more16 January 2018
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Russian scrap metal reforms Buyer now responsible for VAT
In 2018 the sale of scrap metal became subject to VAT in Russia.
Ten years have passed since scrap metal was VAT exempted. The reason given was the w..
3 January 2018
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France: Agricultural sector hit by tax increases
For farmers and agricultural employees alike, 2018 will be marked by increased General Social Contribution (Contribution Sociale Généralisée, or ‘CSG’..
Learn more13 December 2017
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EU adopts new VAT rules for e-commerce
On 5th December 2017, the Council of the European Union adopted new VAT rules, designed to simplify e-commerce. According to these rules:
Simplificat..
11 December 2017
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Austria: Increase in R&D premiums
In order to provide incentives in research and development, the Austrian government has introduced a diversified range of funding instruments. One suc..
Learn more7 December 2017
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Germany reforms its asset depreciation law: Low value assets threshold to rise in 2018
In German tax law, when it comes to the depreciation of low-value assets, the taxpayer has two options:
Main practice is the immediate depreciation o..
6 December 2017
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Russia outlines e-commerce strategy
The Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade has released its electronic commerce development strategy for the period up to 2025.
Learn more5 December 2017
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Changes to Dutch VAT legislation
The Netherlands has introduced the following reforms to its VAT policies.
Tightening criteria reduced VAT rate (6%) for medicines.
4 December 2017
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Singapore smartens up: PM outlines ‘smart nation’ initiative
In his National Day Rally, Singapore’s Prime Minister, Mr. Lee Hsien Loong, underscored his vision of Singapore becoming a ‘Smart Nation’. In this art..
Learn more28 November 2017
The latest news from HLB Poland
Regional council for Warsaw advises getsix® Warsaw of office address change
getsix® would like to advise you of a change to our postal address only, with the actual location…
Learn more23 November 2017
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Tax reliefs ensure that UK remains a research and development leader
The UK has a strong history of scientific and technological innovation – despite a low corporation tax rate of 19%. The Government recognises the impo..
Learn more21 November 2017