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Germany is combating VAT fraud. E-commerce businesses and online retailers need to take notice.
In its landmark decision dated 14 June 2018 in Case GS, the European Court of Justice (“ECJ”) concluded that the German anti-treaty/directive-shopping rule is not in line with the European...
In a summary judgement the German Federal Tax Court has decided that the interest rate on unpaid taxes of 6% per year is most likely not in line with the...
The Italian government has introduced Industry 4.0, a scheme to encourage the development of companies, especially those in research and development.
Property tax is a key source of revenue for German cities and municipalities – totalling around €13 billion euros per year. Through this tax landlords contribute to the cost of...
Everything you need to know about changes to Germany’s low-value asset depreciation laws.
The German tax authorities have published a long-awaited circular on the VAT treatment of supplies in consignment stocks or for ‘shipment on hold’.
Two German courts have had to consider whether customs authorities should pay interest on anti-dumping duties levied in breach of EU law.
The Fiscal Court of Cologne ruled on 14 March 2017 that unmanned wind turbines could be seen as permanent establishments for VAT purposes.
Cybercrime is an increasingly real threat to business leaders. How can you stay aware of your cyber security and data privacy risks while embracing opportunities for growth?
Germany: New legislation designed to reduce administrative burdens and simplify tax rules is to be introduced. The new legislation raises the threshold for simplified invoices from €150 to €250.
German Courts recently considered a case in which a UK business leased space at trade fairs in Germany. The business incorrectly charged German VAT.