Here is a very interesting report by the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy that is an eye opener on the ways Fortune 500 companies in the U.S. are routinely taking advantage of the U.S. tax code to boost their… Read More ›
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Offices of 21st Century Fox Inc raided by officials from European Commission
The raid is linked to probable violations of EU antitrust rules. Investigators from the European Commission have carried out surprise inspections at the offices of firms linked to the broadcasting of sports events in several member states over concerns they… Read More ›
Warning Against Cold War Mentality Issued By President Xi Jinping Of China
While vowing to further open up the Chinese market and its economy, Chinese President Xi Jinping has issued a stern warned against a “Cold War mentality”. In what appears to be an effort to calm down a trade spat with… Read More ›
Revenge Porn Case Sees A Victim Woman Getting Compensation Of $6.45 Million
It can be costly to take revenge through pornography on the internet. A man has been found guilty of using the internet to spread naked pictures and videos of an ex-girlfriend online by a federal district court in California last… Read More ›
Germany is willing and ready to support battery makers: German Economic Minister Peter Altmaier
With battery technology being central to electric cars, Germany is exploring ways to boost the industry by supporting and exempting it from certain energy levies. On Tuesday, Germany’s Economy Minister Peter Altmaier said, the government is willing to support battery… Read More ›
Indonesia’s Lion Air to buy 50 Boeing 737 MAX 10 jets
At list prices the order is worth $6.24 billion, although typically airplane makers give a hefty discount to push through sales. On Tuesday, Indonesia’s Lion Air Group disclosed it would be purchasing 50 Boeing 737 MAX 10 jets worth $6.24… Read More ›
Bayer gets antitrust approval from U.S. Justice Department for its $62.5 billion acquisition of Monsanto
The combined company will control more than a quarter of the world’s seed and pesticide market. With the U.S. Justice Department giving the green signal to Bayer AG’s bid to acquire Monsanto Co for $62.5 billion deal, with both companies… Read More ›
Samsung Securities Co Ltd accidentally issues 2.8 billion shares worth $100 billion to its employees
The error, ascribed to fat fingers, has led to a public outcry. Some employees were quick to sell the shares mistakenly issued to them. South Korean authorities are investigating the incident. On Tuesday, South Korea’s National Pension Service, the countries… Read More ›
USD rises against the yen midst increase in risk appetite following Xi’s speech
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s speech wherein he has promised to open up China’s economy and cut import tariffs have eased investor concerns surrounding the growing trade conflict between the two of the world’s biggest economies. On Tuesday, with Chinese President… Read More ›
There Is Proof That “Sin Taxes” In UK Are Giving Results
Products that are harmful for health of people and the environment are being slapped with new taxes by the United Kingdom as its government strives to alter the consumption behavior of consumers. Plastic bags, diesel cars and sugary soft drinks… Read More ›