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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Tax Flash - deadlines, indicators, rates March 23-29, 2026

This article offers a promotional package deal for subscriptions to PRO.RP.PL and The New York Times.

Mar 22 โ€ข 23:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis shares 'important' tax-free ISA move that gets you best rates

Finance expert Martin Lewis advises on how to transfer ISAs for better rates while maintaining their tax-free status.

Mar 21 โ€ข 13:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

'Best time' to make 'important' move to get 'tax-free lump sum'

The article discusses the importance of securing life insurance early to provide financial security for loved ones, highlighting the advice of a financial adviser.

Mar 21 โ€ข 04:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The representative of the National Coalition Party demands a tax reduction for high-income earners

A Finnish MP proposes reducing marginal tax rates to boost overall tax revenue, citing a recent study by Etla.

Mar 20 โ€ข 05:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Treasury wants to limit PIT allowances and raise lump sum rates. New project

The Polish Ministry of Finance has introduced a proposal to limit PIT housing allowances and raise lump sum tax rates to combat tax optimization.

Mar 19 โ€ข 20:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Jornal Anhanguera 1st edition - TO Wednesday, March 18, 2026

The article covers various incidents from Brazil including a police operation in Rio, economic policy on diesel tax, and a report about the U.S. maintaining interest rates amid conflict in the Middle East.

Mar 18 โ€ข 18:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Amid the fight over municipal rates, Buenos Aires businesses must include the detail of Gross Income on tickets

Buenos Aires businesses are now required to detail Gross Income taxes on customer tickets as part of a new transparency initiative amid ongoing disputes over municipal tax increases.

Mar 16 โ€ข 21:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

Mamdani's Tax Attack on the Middle Class: Inheritance Tax up to 50%

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has proposed significant changes to inheritance taxes, lowering the exemption threshold and raising rates, which has sparked considerable backlash.

Mar 16 โ€ข 21:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis shares 'top' ISA rates as April deadline approaches

Financial expert Martin Lewis highlights the best cash and fixed ISA rates available before the April cut-off date for tax-free savings in the UK.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Tax Flash - Deadlines, Indicators, Rates March 16-22, 2026

The article highlights promotional access to PRO.RP.PL and The New York Times for a limited duration.

Mar 15 โ€ข 14:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

A petition has been started for a temporary reduction in excise tax and VAT rates on fuel

A petition is underway to temporarily reduce excise duty and VAT on fuel in Latvia, highlighting the impact of fuel prices on households and businesses.

Mar 15 โ€ข 06:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Proposal to increase tax-free interest limit to 2 thousand euros

A Lithuanian parliament member has proposed raising the tax-free interest limit from 500 euros to 2,000 euros due to inflation and changes in interest rates.

Mar 14 โ€ข 13:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The towns in Spain where each resident 'buys' up to 70 cars in a single year

Certain towns in Spain are known for unusual car purchasing rates among residents, with some buying as many as 70 cars per year due to tax benefits.

Mar 14 โ€ข 06:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Private schools in the Province report that some municipalities have increased tax rates by 100%

Private schools in Argentina's Buenos Aires Province are alarmed over a 100% increase in municipal tax rates that significantly impacts their finances.

Mar 11 โ€ข 20:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Benefits for women enter the debate on tax reform

The proposed tax reform in Brazil aims to provide significant benefits for women, including exemptions from taxes on menstrual health products and reduced rates for intrauterine devices (IUDs).

Mar 11 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Queensland land valuations leap more than 50% in some areas

Land valuations in Queensland have surged by over 50% in some regions, particularly impacting areas like Ipswich, which is set to affect council rates and land tax bills.

Mar 11 โ€ข 01:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Richest super balances to be taxed at higher rates after Greens agree to back Labor plan

The Australian Labor government will raise taxes on superannuation balances exceeding $3 million after securing support from the Greens, marking a shift in taxation policy for wealthier retirees.

Mar 9 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Tax flash - deadlines, indicators, rates March 9-15, 2026

This article provides information about tax deadlines, indicators, and rates for the specified week in March 2026.

Mar 8 โ€ข 23:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Point of Contention: Business Tax - Small and Rich Against Large and Poor

The article discusses the contrasting impacts of local business tax rates on small municipalities and large corporations in Rรถttenbach, Germany.

Mar 5 โ€ข 12:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Childhood Obesity: Doctor Calls for 30% Tax on Sugary Beverages and Ban on Ultra-Processed Foods in Schools

A Brazilian doctor calls for a 30% tax on sugary drinks and a ban on ultra-processed foods in schools in response to rising childhood obesity rates.

Mar 5 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Weak industry makes product tax grow less than GDP in 2025

Brazil's manufacturing sector shrank in 2025, resulting in product tax increases below GDP growth rates.

Mar 4 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What excise tax for soft hybrids? There is an interpretation

The Polish Ministry of Finance confirmed that soft hybrid vehicles are subject to reduced excise tax rates after recent court rulings.

Mar 4 โ€ข 06:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Food-producing companies supported the portal to report municipal rates and called for comprehensive tax reform

Food-producing companies in Argentina have supported a government initiative to report municipal tax rates while calling for comprehensive tax reform to alleviate high fiscal pressure.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

UK road tax 2026 April 1 changed 13 VED bands how much drivers pay

UK drivers will face an increase in Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rates starting in April 2026, with hikes ranging from ยฃ200 to ยฃ5,690 depending on the vehicle.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Tax Flash - Deadlines, Indicators, Rates March 2 - March 8, 2026.

This article discusses the offerings of PRO.RP.PL, highlighting a package deal that includes a subscription to The New York Times along with additional features.

Mar 1 โ€ข 23:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Excise tax on alcoholic beverages is increasing

Starting from March 1st, the excise tax rates for various alcoholic beverages in Latvia will be raised significantly.

Mar 1 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

These are the new withholding tax rates that will take effect from March 1

Ecuador's Internal Revenue Service has set new withholding tax rates starting March 1, 2026, impacting various income sources.

Feb 28 โ€ข 15:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

ARBA launches a system to prevent the accumulation of credits in Gross Income tax

ARBA has introduced a new system aimed at preventing taxpayers from accumulating credits in the Gross Income tax, which adjusts tax rates based on each taxpayer's fiscal profile.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Catalonia raises tourist tax. In Barcelona, guests will pay up to 15 euros per night

Catalonia's parliament has approved a bill that will double the tourist tax rates in Barcelona starting April 1, 2026, with significant increases planned for other areas as well.

Feb 27 โ€ข 01:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

BBC Question Time sees heartbroken pub owner question his son's future after catastrophic tax rise

A pub owner on BBC Question Time expressed concern over the future of his son in the hospitality industry, citing an impending tax rise as a potential threat.

Feb 26 โ€ข 23:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Merchants of Tulcรกn: The flow of goods arriving from Colombia across the Rumichaca bridge has fallen by 80%

The flow of goods from Colombia to Ecuador via the Rumichaca bridge has decreased by 80% due to new tariffs and security rates.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Deadlines - Rates - Limits - March 2026

The article outlines important deadlines and obligations for taxpayers and payers in Poland regarding health insurance and income reporting for the year 2025.

Feb 25 โ€ข 23:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Ebrard says that Mexico will pay lower tariffs under the new global tax of 10% imposed by Trump

Marcelo Ebrard, Mexico's Secretary of Economy, claims that the new 10% global tariff announced by Trump will reduce Mexico's export tariffs, improving the country's trade position compared to previous rates.

Feb 24 โ€ข 22:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Changes in the OC of tax advisors will also affect clients? New rates after more than 20 years

Proposed changes to the minimum guarantee sum for tax advisors' liability insurance could significantly impact clients, with new rates anticipated after over two decades.

Feb 24 โ€ข 17:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Strong clash between Manuel Adorni and Mayra Mendoza over municipal rates: 'The only one who thinks she's clever is you'

A heated exchange took place between Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni and Deputy Mayra Mendoza regarding municipal tax rates, igniting accusations about inflation and fiscal responsibilities between the national and provincial governments.

Feb 24 โ€ข 02:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

IPTU 2026: around 120,000 properties are exempt in Teresina; see who is entitled

Approximately 120,000 urban properties in Teresina will be exempt from the Urban Property and Land Tax (IPTU) starting in 2026, with another 41,000 seeing reductions in tax rates.

Feb 23 โ€ข 19:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Tax Flash - deadlines, indicators, rates 23.02-01.03. 2026.

The article discusses the partnership offer between PRO.RP.PL and The New York Times, providing a package that includes year-round access to both platforms.

Feb 22 โ€ข 23:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The cost of Brazil, beyond interest rates

Brazil continues to face high production and investment costs due to multiple intertwined risks, despite a recent focus on lowering interest rates as a solution.

Feb 22 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazil could avoid up to 236,000 deaths in 20 years with a tax on ultraprocessed foods, study shows

A Brazilian study suggests that a proposed tax on ultraprocessed foods could significantly reduce obesity rates and prevent chronic diseases.

Feb 20 โ€ข 08:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Record-breaking budget surplus as government's tax income rises

The UK government has reported a record budget surplus for January 2026, with a surplus of ยฃ30.4 billion attributed to increased tax revenue and lower interest rates.

Feb 20 โ€ข 06:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court denies request from the Public Prosecutor's Office and maintains the law that increases property tax and other taxes in Piracicaba

The Sรฃo Paulo Court of Justice upheld a law increasing municipal tax rates, despite a request for suspension from the Public Prosecutor's Office.

Feb 19 โ€ข 23:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Law Increasing IPTU May Have Confiscatory Effect on the Population, Says Prosecutor's Office

The Sรฃo Paulo State Prosecutor's Office warns that the new Tax Code in Piracicaba could impose excessively high tax burdens, particularly with increased IPTU rates, adversely affecting taxpayers.

Feb 16 โ€ข 10:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Tax Flash - Deadlines, Indicators, Rates February 16-22, 2026

The article promotes a promotional package offering a yearly subscription to PRO.RP.PL along with full access to The New York Times.

Feb 15 โ€ข 23:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Rates and Tariffs

Ecuador has imposed a 30% tax on goods entering from Colombia due to security reasons, which has prompted Colombia to retaliate with tariffs of equal measure on a designated list of Ecuadorian products.

Feb 15 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Germany Blog: Linnemann Calls for Tax Reform - Top Tax Rate Only from 80,000 Euros

CDU Secretary General Carsten Linnemann calls for a significant reduction in income tax rates in Germany, suggesting that the highest tax rate should only apply to incomes starting from 80,000 euros.

Feb 15 โ€ข 10:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Did you buy a coffee machine with a tax refund? It may have affected Australiaโ€™s interest rate

Australians using tax refunds to purchase consumer goods has influenced rising inflation and interest rates, prompting actions by the Reserve Bank.

Feb 14 โ€ข 19:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The highest income tax rates in Europe: who will pay the most in 2026?

This article discusses the varying income tax rates across Europe, specifically highlighting the differences between Northern and Eastern Europe.

Feb 14 โ€ข 07:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pindamonhangaba City Council approves revision of waste tax values

The Pindamonhangaba City Council approved a law that reduces waste tax rates in the city during an extraordinary session.

Feb 13 โ€ข 23:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Robert Gwiazdowski: Reduced VAT rates on beverages โ€“ is this prohibited state aid?

The article discusses concerns over proposed reduced VAT rates on beverages in Poland and whether such measures constitute prohibited state aid favoring specific businesses.

Feb 12 โ€ข 17:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The Head of State Announced Three Laws

President Alar Karis has approved three laws aimed at standardizing gambling tax rates, improving railway safety assessment mechanisms, and establishing a special tribunal for aggression crimes committed against Ukraine.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:18 UTC

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