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Corporate Taxes Before and After the Trump Tax Law

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Corporate Taxes Before and After the Trump Tax Law

– America’s largest, consistently profitable corporations saw their effective tax rates fall from an average of 22.0 percent to an average of 12.8 percent after the Trump tax law went into effect in 2017.
– The 296 largest and consistently profitable U.S. corporations paid 0 billion less in taxes from 2018 to 2021 compared to before the Trump tax law.
– While profits for these corporations rose by 44 percent after the Trump tax law, their federal tax bills dropped by 16 percent.
– The number of corporations paying tax rates of less than 10 percent increased from 56 to 95 after the Trump tax law.
– Many well-known corporations, including Walmart, Verizon, Disney, and Meta, had the largest tax reductions after the Trump tax law.

Not a word for those who don’t cross for food or shopping?

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Not a word for those who don’t cross for food or shopping?

The European Commission marked the 20th anniversary of the Regulation for trade through the Green Line, which began in 2003. The author of the column finds the Commission’s reference to Greek and Turkish Cypriots crossing the Green Line for shopping and cultural visits insulting. The author emphasizes that the experience of crossing to the occupied territories is a profound and emotional one, far beyond just shopping or tourism. The European Commission’s lack of understanding and acknowledgment of the emotional significance of this event is criticized.

Retail sector sees 5.5% surge in March

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Retail sector sees 5.5% surge in March

The Retail Trade Turnover Value Index and Volume Index both increased in March 2024 compared to the same month in 2023. The Value Index had a 5.5% increase, and the Volume Index had a 5.2% increase. For the period January-March 2024, the Value Index increased by 5.4% and the Volume Index by 4.9% compared to the same period in 2023. The highest percentage increase in the Value Index was in food, beverages, and tobacco in specialized stores (13.2%), pharmaceutical and orthopedic products, cosmetics (11.8%), and educational and entertainment goods (10.5%). The highest decrease was in retail trade outside stores (-13.4%). The highest percentage increase in the Volume Index was in educational and entertainment goods (10.5%), food, beverages, and tobacco in specialized stores (10.4%), and pharmaceutical and orthopedic products, cosmetics (9.7%). The highest decrease in the Volume Index was also in retail trade outside stores (-13.4%).

April inflation rate rises to 2.4%

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April inflation rate rises to 2.4%

The inflation rate increased by 2.4% in April, with the Consumer Price Index rising by 1.68 points to 117.09. The largest changes were seen in petroleum products, restaurants and hotels, and transport categories. Restaurants and hotels had the greatest impact on the change in CPI compared to April 2023, while transport had the greatest impact compared to the previous month. Petroleum products had the most significant impact on the change in CPI compared to both April 2023 and the previous month.

US military completes half of artificial port for Gaza aid

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US military completes half of artificial port for Gaza aid

The US military has completed over 50% of the construction of a temporary artificial port in Gaza to help deliver humanitarian aid, costing around 0 million. The port is expected to be operational soon, but it will not replace aid deliveries through land routes. US officials are working to address the food insecurity faced by the 2.4 million people in Gaza, following a deadly conflict between Hamas and Israel.

US Justice Department takes step to make marijuana use a less serious crime

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US Justice Department takes step to make marijuana use a less serious crime

The U.S. Justice Department is moving to make marijuana use a less serious federal crime by recommending it be reclassified as a schedule three drug with lower penalties. This shift could bridge the gap between state and federal cannabis laws, leading to more research, medical use, lighter criminal penalties, and increased private investment in the cannabis sector. President Joe Biden initiated a review of the drug’s classification, and public support for marijuana legalization has significantly increased. Reclassifying marijuana could also benefit cannabis businesses by allowing their shares to be listed on major stock exchanges, receiving more generous tax deductions, and facing fewer restrictions from banks.

Cyprus to mark 20 years since joining EU

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Cyprus to mark 20 years since joining EU

Cyprus will celebrate 20 years since being inducted into the EU with an event at the presidential palace. President Nikos Christodoulides and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen will address the event, which will also be attended by other officials. Students will present their actions in the framework of the “School-Ambassador of the European Parliament” program, and there will be a photograph exhibition of the Press and Information Office from before and after Cyprus’s accession to the EU.

Restaurant review: Pasta Strada, Nicosia

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Restaurant review: Pasta Strada, Nicosia

The restaurant industry has changed with more people ordering food at home instead of dining out. Pasta Strada in Nicosia offers a variety of pasta dishes, salads, and soups for takeaway and delivery. They focus on providing variety, consistency, and speed in their service. The menu is extensive, and the dishes are consistently well-prepared and delivered promptly. Pasta Strada has gained a reputation for being a reliable and affordable option for Italian pasta in Nicosia.

Four myths about vertical farming debunked

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Four myths about vertical farming debunked

Fact: Vertical farming is expected to reach a global market value of US.23 billion (£18.55 billion) by 2029.