Shock over heating bills: which homes are the biggest energy wasters?
Heating costs in Lithuania have surged by an average of 85% due to cold weather and removal of VAT exemptions.
Germany Blog: DIW President Anticipates VAT Increase to 21 Percent
Marcel Fratzscher, the President of the German Institute for Economic Research, expects the German government to raise the VAT to 21 percent to fill budget gaps.
Russian Sadness with Pineapples. Cucumbers Are More Expensive than Exotic Fruits
A report highlights the increase in cucumber prices in Russia and the implications of VAT hikes on food costs.
Consumer Deemed Electricity Bills Incorrect and Demands Changes. Electricity Supplier Claims Everything is Correct
A consumer has disputed their fixed-rate electricity bill from Alexela, alleging that the final price cannot change due to an increase in VAT, while the supplier claims all charges comply with the law.
The Catalan Government and ERC Aspire to 4 Billion Additional for Own Competences
The Catalan Government and ERC aim for an additional 4 billion euros to fund their own responsibilities, with a potential long-term financing increase to 8 billion through adjustments in VAT and state transfers.
Inspectors warn of the dismantling of the Tax Agency with the proposed autonomous financing
The Association of State Tax Inspectors warns that the new financing system would weaken the fight against tax fraud, injecting more personal income tax, VAT, and four new taxes to increase contributions to Catalonia.
Montero injects into the financing model more personal income tax, more VAT, and four new taxes to boost contributions to Catalonia
The government's proposal could increase the funds received by the Generalitat by up to 6 billion euros and is also particularly generous to Andalusia.
The Government proposes to increase the transfer of income tax and VAT to the communities: "This model is more solidarity-based than the current one"
The Spanish government plans to increase the transfer of income tax and VAT to regional communities significantly, aiming to provide an additional €21 billion in resources.
Seven slices of cheese for 3.60. Why groceries regularly become more expensive after the New Year
The article discusses the regular increase in food prices in the new year, attributed to higher VAT on sugary and salty products, rising minimum wages, energy costs, and weather impacts, while expecting a price drop in highly demanded food items after the holiday season.
Water and heating tariffs increase in Russian-occupied Mariupol
Utility tariffs for water and heating have increased in Mariupol as announced by the occupation authorities, citing a rise in the VAT rate in Russia.
Economic News Filter: Consolidation Based on Increased VAT Failed
A recent report from the NBS indicates that the government's consolidation measures, including an increase in the VAT rate, were ineffective due to rising tax evasion despite some positive economic trends in 2025.