South Korea's administration unveiled a property tax reform plan focusing on higher taxes rather than expanding housing supply, drawing criticism for fueling housing anxiety and placing heavy burdens on homeowners.
A Tax Justice Network report suggests governments could gain an extra $500bn annually by taxing multinational profits where economic activity occurs, not in tax havens. UN talks in New York aim to establish a global standard by late 2027, despite past US opposition.
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos commented on New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed pied-à-terre tax, calling it 'a fine thing' but cautioning against aggressive taxation. He criticized Mamdani's 'villain strategy' targeting individuals like Ken Griffin and slammed the city's public school spending and economic inefficiencies.
Jeff Bezos criticized New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's proposed pied-à-terre tax, calling it a 'fine thing' but cautioning against aggressive implementation. Bezos also slammed Mamdani's 'villain strategy' of targeting individuals like Ken Griffin and highlighted government spending inefficiencies.
The presumptive taxation scheme simplifies income computation for eligible Indian taxpayers like freelancers and small businesses, reducing compliance burdens. However, a tax audit is required if actual income falls below prescribed rates, necessitating careful evaluation of profit margins and expenses before opting in.
The Australian Labor Party (ALP) will vote on a platform change to ensure a fairer return from natural resources, targeting gas exports through appropriate taxation. This comes as the current Petroleum Resource Rent Tax (PRRT) has failed to generate significant revenue despite a boom in LNG exports, prompting calls for a 25% tax on gas exports.
Indian Resident and Ordinarily Resident (ROR) taxpayers earning global income face potential double taxation. India's Double Taxation Avoidance Agreements (DTAAs) offer relief through tax credits or exclusive taxing rights, but accurate reporting of foreign income and assets is crucial for compliance and avoiding unnecessary tax burdens.
India's virtual digital asset (VDA) taxation remains among the world's toughest, imposing a 30% flat tax on gains and 1% TDS on transactions. Rules prohibit loss offsets and tax airdrops/staking rewards, with severe penalties for non-disclosure of overseas holdings.
India's new Income Tax Act, 2025 consolidates presumptive taxation into a single section, simplifying structure but introducing substantive changes. These changes may increase taxable income and compliance burdens for small businesses, professionals, and freelancers by disallowing loss adjustments and potentially expanding tax audit exposure.
BlackRock CEO Larry Fink expressed concerns about New York City's economic future, taxation, and public services, suggesting the company might deploy US resources elsewhere if conditions worsen. He cited the city's reliance on top earners for tax revenue and criticized "13 years of weak administrations."
South Africa's Revenue Service (SARS) has released draft guidelines clarifying crypto asset taxation under existing income and capital gains tax laws. Most crypto activities like trading, swapping, and spending are considered disposals triggering tax events, with taxpayer intention being a key factor in classification.
Finland is suspending its agreement with Russia on the avoidance of double taxation, effective July 1, 2026. Russia's Finance Ministry confirmed the Finnish government's decision to fully suspend the 1996 agreement.
India's Goods and Services Tax (GST), rolled out in 2017, has significantly expanded the taxpayer base from 66.5 lakh to 1.65 crore, reflecting economic formalization. It has streamlined indirect taxation, digitized administration, and reshaped business operations and supply chains, leading to greater transparency and efficiency.
Jeff Bezos and Kevin O'Leary critique government inefficiency, sparking debate on taxation. Bezos argues doubling his taxes wouldn't solve systemic issues, while O'Leary calls NYC a 'disaster' and opposes taxing billionaires.
Jeff Bezos and Kevin O'Leary critique government inefficiency, arguing taxation won't solve systemic issues, sparking debate with former NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio.
New Australian tax changes on capital gains are already impacting housing prices, contrary to opposition claims. Research indicates the 50% CGT discount, introduced in 1999, is a primary driver of the housing affordability crisis, not banking deregulation. Data also shows younger Australians are not the largest capital gains cohort, nor do they earn the most from them, challenging claims that the changes harm them.
A Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) prevents income earned in one country by a resident of another from being taxed twice. India has DTAAs with over 90 countries, offering benefits like reduced tax burden and boosted global investment.
Experts criticize One Nation's health policies, ATO call centre workers face a 40% pay gap, and questions linger over a Kenyan woman's death in Sydney. Plus, updates on international relations, sports, and politics.
Le président français Emmanuel Macron a répondu aux menaces de Donald Trump d'imposer des taxes de 100% sur le vin français, affirmant que "C'est pas les États-Unis qui décident". L'Arcom met également en demeure CNews pour non-respect du pluralisme des opinions.
Workers at Australian Taxation Office (ATO) outsource call centres earn up to 40% less than public service staff doing the same job. Landmark "same job, same pay" hearings will determine if these workers should receive equal pay, potentially impacting the ATO's reliance on private operators like Probe, Concentrix, and Serco.
The US House Ways and Means Committee has released seven draft bills to clarify and simplify digital asset taxation, including reduced paperwork for crypto holders, clarity on mining/staking, and a potential 'de minimis' exception for small transactions, ahead of a Tuesday hearing.
A surprise provision in a tax law guide could lead to double taxation for trusts and estates, even those with modest income. Experts are concerned about the impact on charitable giving and the need for clarity from Congress or the Treasury Department.
Lawyers and financial advisors are concerned about a potential double taxation issue for trusts and estates stemming from a new tax law. A footnote in a congressional tax guide suggests that trusts may have to pay taxes on income distributed to beneficiaries, even if all income is distributed, creating a "mathematical nightmare."
The Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) secured a significant victory in local elections, winning 12 out of 16 mayoral and gubernatorial races, including in Busan. The DPK also maintained its parliamentary majority by winning nine out of 14 vacant National Assembly seats.
