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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

In the Last Two Years, Tax Burden on Workers Has Increased... High-Income Earners Continue to Keep It the Same

While the overall tax burden for workers has increased in the last two years, high-income earners have seen their burden remain unchanged, influenced by greater tax relief benefits.

Mar 3 • 09:56 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

The Question of Wealth: Now Quickly Top Up Your Pension

German savers can make voluntary contributions to the statutory pension insurance until the end of March 2025 to save on taxes, which may benefit their retirement.

Mar 3 • 06:36 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Sugar Tax: Missed Opportunity

A doctor criticizes the CDU's decision to reject a sugar tax proposal during a party conference, emphasizing its potential health benefits.

Mar 2 • 12:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Married couples can pass on up to £1 million without paying inheritance tax

Married couples in the UK can pass on up to £1 million without incurring inheritance tax, raising questions about the financial benefits of marriage in modern times.

Feb 28 • 10:47 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Stoltenberg on tax bomb: - I am not indifferent

Stoltenberg discusses proposed tax reforms aimed at adjusting property value thresholds for tax benefits in Norway.

Feb 27 • 19:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

INSS releases income report for the 2026 Income Tax; see how to consult

The INSS has released income reports for the 2026 Income Tax for retirees, pensioners, and others who received social security benefits last year.

Feb 26 • 12:39 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chamber approves tax incentives of R$ 5.2 billion for data centers

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has approved a new tax incentive regime aimed at benefiting data centers, maintaining significant fiscal benefits for equipment purchases in this sector.

Feb 25 • 03:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Revenue excludes non-profit associations from fiscal benefit cuts

The Brazilian Federal Revenue has issued a regulation exempting non-profit associations from the linear reduction of fiscal benefits outlined in the Complementary Law No. 224.

Feb 23 • 21:57 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Step by step tax return type B: income from agreement, author income, and tax bonus

The article provides a detailed guide on filling out a type B income tax return in Slovakia, highlighting income sources and applicable tax benefits.

Feb 23 • 15:29 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

These people will not pay tax. PIT-0 for seniors and youth

The article discusses the PIT-0 tax exemption in Poland, which benefits seniors and young people with specific income limits and conditions.

Feb 23 • 12:10 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Under Pressure on Multiple Homes... Calls for Tax Benefits to Be Given Only for Primary Residences

Experts argue that tax benefits for property owners should be strictly limited to primary residences, as the current system exacerbates inequalities in the housing market.

Feb 23 • 07:47 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Richer paychecks with the Irpef cut

In March, Italian pensioners will see an increase in their paychecks due to a combination of measures from the Budget Law, including cuts to the Irpef tax, annual revaluation, and social benefits increases.

Feb 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Joint tax settlement with spouse. When is it really beneficial?

The article discusses the benefits and conditions for married couples to file joint tax returns in Poland.

Feb 21 • 05:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Question Marks Over Consumption Tax Cut as Prime Minister's Main Focus is 'Tax Credit with Benefits'

The new cabinet of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is set to explore a temporary consumption tax cut, but the Prime Minister emphasizes that it is merely a stopgap measure with a larger aim of introducing a system of tax credit with benefits for low and middle-income earners.

Feb 19 • 22:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Students and pensioners can get their taxes back, parents a higher child bonus, and 2 percent of tax

This article outlines the tax benefits for students, pensioners, and parents in Slovakia, including the potential for tax refunds and higher child bonuses.

Feb 19 • 16:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A large fortune can be left to descendants completely tax-free – many have not yet realized these benefits of the tax reform

The recent changes to inheritance tax in Finland may allow individuals to pass on their wealth to heirs without tax implications, though many are still unaware of these benefits.

Feb 19 • 10:05 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The removal of the tax cliff has not increased store revenue

The abolition of the tax cliff has not led to significant revenue increases in stores as residents face higher utility bills and many have not applied for additional tax benefits.

Feb 18 • 16:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Schillerová promised the return of parental benefits, student discounts, and stated when EET will return

The Czech finance minister Alena Schillerová announced plans to reinstate parental benefits and tax relief for working students, alongside the new EET system starting next year.

Feb 18 • 10:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Do the Rich Pay Enough Taxes?

The article discusses the necessity of prioritizing collective interest over private benefits in tax contributions from the wealthy in Spain.

Feb 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Law of Tax Innocence: A Legal Bolt Contributing to Economic Growth

The Tax Innocence Law in Argentina has sparked discussions around its practical implications and potential economic benefits, likened to a permanent whitewashing measure.

Feb 15 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Tax declarations: Benefits, allowances, and compensations that are not taxed

The article discusses the upcoming tax declarations for 2026 in Greece, highlighting various tax-exempt benefits for employees and pensioners for the fiscal year 2025.

Feb 13 • 17:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tax reform: with the extinction of PIS, Cofins, and IPI, R$ 40 billion in tax benefits will no longer exist in 2026

Brazil's tax reform will abolish PIS, Cofins, and IPI by the end of this year, leading to the termination of approximately R$ 40 billion in fiscal benefits in 2026.

Feb 12 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The election year begins with signs that benefits will multiply

Brazil's Congress has approved a proposal to reduce tax rates for certain industries, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility amidst electoral maneuvering.

Feb 11 • 23:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

HMRC explains state pension tax as rules differ depending on your age

HMRC has issued guidance clarifying how taxation on state pension benefits is affected by changes in pension amounts due to the triple lock policy.

Feb 11 • 13:17 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Reaction of CM Yogi on UP Budget: No Tax Imposed in 9 Years

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath praised the Uttar Pradesh budget, claiming it benefits all classes without imposing new taxes and reflects historical financial management.

Feb 11 • 07:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Last Chance for Tax Settlement. What to Bring to Accountants So You Don’t Miss Out on Benefits

The article discusses what documents individuals need to bring to accountants for tax settlement to ensure they can take advantage of benefits.

Feb 10 • 12:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 42,500 public rental apartments in Seoul... Home prices may stabilize when properties are listed

President Yoon has emphasized the need to reduce tax benefits for registered rental property owners, arguing that their properties, if listed, may not significantly contribute to stabilizing home prices.

Feb 9 • 22:42 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Dollars from the Mattress: Questions and Answers about the Regulation of the Tax Innocence Law

The Argentine government has implemented regulations for the Tax Innocence Law, allowing individuals to simplify their income tax declarations in exchange for certain compliance benefits.

Feb 9 • 14:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Increase child allowances and tax the money as income

A proposal to increase child allowances while taxing them as income argues for a fairer distribution of state benefits.

Feb 9 • 14:35 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A study compared the income from renting versus fixed-term deposits and how it would change if the tax exemption is approved

A study analyzes the potential financial benefits of rental income compared to fixed-term deposits, considering the implications of a proposed tax exemption on rental properties in Argentina.

Feb 9 • 11:07 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Real Estate: End to 'black' rents - Risk of losing benefits

Mandatory payment of rent through bank accounts will begin in Greece on April 1, 2026, due to new legal provisions aiming to combat unreported rental income.

Feb 9 • 10:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Hundreds of Thousands of Supply Effect'... Consideration to Reduce Capital Gains Tax Benefits for Registered Rental Housing

President Yoon Suk-yeol is proposing to reduce the capital gains tax exemptions for registered rental housing providers to encourage them to supply more houses to the market as rental obligations expire.

Feb 9 • 09:12 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: Is there a need for permanent benefits for registered rental housing? ... Mentions reduction for the second day in a row

President Yoon has raised the need for reforming the registered rental housing system, suggesting that the tax benefits for registered landlords should be gradually reduced.

Feb 9 • 08:01 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Pensions, in March an Irpef discount and increases arrive: how salary slips and adjustments change

New measures for pensions in Italy include a reduction in the Irpef tax rate and increased social benefits for vulnerable pensioners, effective starting March 2026.

Feb 9 • 07:05 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The allowance for resigning from a company car is a tax cost

According to the tax director's interpretation, employees who opt-out of company cars can receive a cash allowance, which is considered a tax-deductible expense for the company.

Feb 9 • 03:50 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Taxes refund: the deduction that the IRS applies in the US on car loans in 2026

The IRS outlines a new deduction for car loans as part of the benefits introduced by the One, Big, Beautiful Bill in 2026.

Feb 8 • 20:06 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Are hybrid cars losing their green plates? These models lose benefits in verification and ownership tax

Hybrid vehicles in Mexico City will face new verification and tax policies that reduce their green plate benefits starting in 2026.

Feb 8 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Reinsalu: The sharp rise in electricity prices is a consequence of flawed energy policy, paradoxically the state benefits from it

Urmas Reinsalu argues that the recent high electricity prices in Estonia stem from both increased consumption and government energy policy decisions.

Feb 8 • 12:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Sumar proposes taxing the ultra-wealthy and using that money to pay for universal child benefits

The Sumar party in Spain plans to implement a wealth tax proposed by economist Gabriel Zucman, aimed at financing universal child benefits.

Feb 6 • 13:32 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Left Party has wealth tax calculated – economists reveal what Germany can expect

The Left Party commissioned a study evaluating the potential benefits and risks of reintroducing a wealth tax in Germany, which experts estimate could yield substantial revenue but also carries significant risks.

Feb 6 • 11:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Car manufacturers' CEOs send letter to Lula against benefits favoring BYD

CEOs of four major car manufacturers in Brazil have sent a letter to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, opposing the extension of tax benefits that had previously eliminated import taxes on disassembled electric vehicle kits, which primarily benefited the Chinese company BYD.

Feb 4 • 17:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

How to Access Discounts on ABL and Municipal Rates in the Province of Buenos Aires

This article explains how residents of Buenos Aires Province and the City can access discounts and benefits on municipal tax payments through various payment modalities.

Feb 3 • 16:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Law that exempts from Income Tax those who earn up to R$ 5,000 benefits 35,000 people in Roraima

Starting this month, more than 35,000 residents of Roraima will benefit from new income tax exemption rules, which fully exempt individuals earning up to R$ 5,000 monthly from paying income tax.

Feb 3 • 09:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Lump sum is a privilege for the rich. But it is not as costly as Pełczyńska-Nałęcz claims

Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz criticizes lump sum taxation for allowing the wealthy to pay lower taxes, while potentially overestimating the benefits of abolishing this tax form.

Feb 2 • 16:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Lump sum is a privilege for the rich. Pełczyńska-Nałęcz wants its abolition. How much would we gain?

Katarzyna Pełczyńska-Nałęcz criticizes the lump sum taxation for allowing the wealthy to pay significantly lower taxes, and discusses the potential benefits of abolishing this tax system.

Feb 2 • 16:21 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Economy collides with Treasury over tax incentives for savings and investment

The Economy Ministry clashes with the Treasury over tax benefits related to savings and investment, as the government plans a new investment account to incentivize financial engagement from citizens.

Feb 2 • 06:13 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

Budget 2026: Will the middle class receive more tax exemption benefits? Will the limit of standard deduction increase? What are our expectations from the budget?

The article discusses expectations for India's Union Budget 2026, particularly focusing on potential tax benefits and deductions for the middle class as presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.

Jan 31 • 02:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

February Pensions: Change in Payment Dates

The payment date for February 2026 pensions has been changed to January 28, 2026, instead of January 29, 2026, affecting retirees from IKA, NAT, and the public sector, with adjustments including increases and reduced tax withholding for additional benefits.

Jan 15 • 04:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Tax bill alert for anyone on Carer's Allowance or state pension

Claimants of Carer's Allowance and state pension are being advised to ensure their personal details are correct to avoid unexpected tax bills from HMRC.

Jan 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

SPD wants new inheritance tax: simpler, fairer, later

The Social Democrats aim to impose taxes on the super-rich while providing benefits to nearly everyone else through their new inheritance tax proposal.

Jan 13 • 14:50 UTC

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