One field in which smaller firms have an advantage over their larger rivals is the food and beverage industry.
It all comes down to simple economics: Owing to economies of scale, bigger firms must make bigger investments if they are to sell products on a larger scale. For this reason, larger companies have often lagged behind smaller competitors in producing high-quality products.
The French Administrative Supreme Court (Conseil d’Etat) has provided details on the admissibility of claims made by non-residents seeking a refund of withholding tax paid on dividends.
For many years, French companies have faced social, political and economic demand to reduce the impact of their supply chains on the environment.
A German entrepreneur whose business operates out of a rented apartment in Holland is liable for VAT, a Dutch court has ruled.
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 infrastructure. Property tax can be passed to tenants for rental objects.
The Chinese real estate market is still vital, even though the global economy is relatively down.
As of January 1, tax deductions will be increased to 20%, regardless of whether the vehicle is a passenger car or utility vehicle.
Consumers are becoming increasingly health-conscious, and not too soon. As a nation, the U.S. has become progressively less healthy, and the food and beverage industry has been a major contributor. From high-fructose corn syrup to highly refined carbohydrates, the U.S. has literally made itself sick. Consumers have woken up, however, and are driving major changes in the industry. Food and beverage companies are being forced to listen.
UK property has long been an attractive asset for domestic and international investors alike. This is due to the strength and stability of the UK market and political system, but also due to the profitability of UK property.
Recent trends
When it came to property, the UK was traditionally a buying culture. This has begun to change.
Predictions regarding Bitcoin’s future vary. Regardless of Bitcoin’s future, the underlying technology is where its true disruptive power lies.
Hungary is keen to encourage investment, and offers firms and investors an array of tempting schemes and incentives.
HLB Hungary’s Szabolcs Szeles on the benefits of investing in Hungary
