EU votes on new transparency measures that some deem public humiliation This week the EU votes on whether to expose the tax figures of its largest multinational companies. If passed, the corporate tax directive could force large corporations to reveal…
Why companies keep looking at LU as a longterm solution Those who think that Luxembourg’s heyday rose and fell with steel or hinges on banking are long overdue for a visit. What they will find is a modern business hub…
Securing economic success by living on the leading edge Earlier this week, The New York Times published a lengthy article on Ain, France. As part of the so-called “Plastics Valley,” Ain’s manufacturing industry maintains a global presence, but its growth…
Theresa May is gone & the EU refuses to entertain a new deal. What’s next for the UK? Last month marked the end of Theresa May’s reign as the leader of Brexit, one characterized by countless hours in Brussels meticulously…
While the EU has already taken massive steps, the journey is just beginning Digital giants Google, Apple and Facebook all have at least one thing in common: they house their European operations in Ireland. This decision, driven by Ireland’s low…
In this edition, catch up on Luxembourg's latest tax takeaways. 1) Lower taxes for singles could be on the horizon thanks to an online petition in Luxembourg that garnered more than 5,000 signatures. In order to be discussed in parliament, petitions need a…
Just when we thought the Brexit saga was about to come to a close, MPs rejected Prime Minister Theresa May’s withdrawal agreement earlier this week for a second time. Given the outcome, the British government held a vote on whether or not…
Most EU decisions require a majority before being adopted by the block. Tax matters, however, are different, requiring unanimous support from all 28 members — a tall order for such a diverse region. Earlier this month, the EU commission met to discuss a proposed plan to change that veto protocol, making it easier to alter and streamline tax laws across the continent.
Every week seems to bring with it a make or break it moment for Prime Minister Theresa May and the future of Brexit. Recently, she admitted that she is now more concerned that Parliament will paralyze the process than she is of a no-deal outcome.
For all the Brexit talk we have heard over the past months, no one knows yet exactly what “Brexit” means. We have seen endless discussions, a couple plot twists and theories galore on what the end result will bring.