CCLEI growth rate , ‘stable’ in June

CCLEI growth rate , ‘stable’ in June

The year-over-year growth rate of a leading indicator used to predict the future direction of economic movements in Cyprus, remained stable in June, as a result of opposing trends within the economic indicators composing the CCLEI, the University of Cyprus said in a monthly report. The Cyprus Composite Leading Economic Index (CCLEI), estimated by the … Read more

A Harris Economy Could Prove More Progressive Than ‘Bidenomics’

A Harris Economy Could Prove More Progressive Than ‘Bidenomics’

At the first Democratic presidential debate in 2019, Kamala Harris, then a senator from California, unleashed a scathing critique of the Trump economy.The future vice president billed President Donald J. Trump’s tax cuts as a giveaway to the rich, argued that the booming stock market was leaving the middle class behind and warned that his … Read more

Here’s where Kamala Harris could stand on tax policy, experts say

Here's where Kamala Harris could stand on tax policy, experts say

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris speaks during a campaign event at Westover High School in Fayetteville, North Carolina, on July 18, 2024.Allison Joyce | Afp | Getty ImagesWith President Joe Biden officially out of the election, experts are watching for tax policy from Vice President Kamala Harris, the frontrunner for the Democratic nomination.While Harris has … Read more

China Tax Incentive for Green and Digital Upgrade of Special Equipment

China Tax Incentive for Green and Digital Upgrade of Special Equipment

A new China tax incentive aims to encourage companies to invest in digital and smart upgrades of special equipment. Companies upgrading certain equipment that aids environmental protection and safe production can enjoy a deduction of the investment at a rate of 10 percent from their corporate income tax payable. We explain the requirements of the … Read more

Will Pound hit $1.40 amid soaring optimism?

Will Pound hit $1.40 amid soaring optimism?

The pound could hit a peak of $1.40 by March next year, bolstered by a more promising economic outlook and the prospects of political stability, according to the CEO of a leading financial advisory and fintech. The bullish prediction from deVere Group’s Nigel Green comes as major financial institutions rush into the UK’s currency, which … Read more

Trump tax plans: What could happen

Trump tax plans: What could happen

As the 2024 presidential election draws ever closer, Donald Trump is revealing key tax plans that could shape his government.In his campaign, Trump has championed himself as the leader of low taxes, saying he would decrease corporation taxes, increase tariffs on international imports and exempt some U.S. workers from current tax requirements.Now that the Republican … Read more

Carbon markets: A new frontier for the tax function

Carbon markets: A new frontier for the tax function

By KPMG’s Commodity and Carbon Trading Solutions team members, Richard Murray and Rebecca Tobin. The importance of carbon markets for companies is on the rise. The cost of carbon is increasing in compliance markets, such as the EU ETS. Prices have risen and the benefit of the “free allowances” for some markets is being reduced. … Read more

Tourist investments and risks

Tourist investments and risks

A lot of investment has been undertaken for touristic development ranging from hotels to quality places of entertainment and even more important addressing the upgrading of staff, food and service. Previous years with the tourist arrivals have been increasing by approximately 8% p.a. and this, coupled with the planning relaxation given by the then Government, … Read more

Cyprus real estate on steady path , – what’s lies ahead?

Cyprus real estate on steady path , – what’s lies ahead?

In the near future, the Cyprus property market is expected to continue on its dynamic path, however, it will not be a bed of roses, and strategic planning will be crucial to navigate changes and challenges ahead. In the next couple of years, we should expect to experience moderate growth as high interest rates stabilise … Read more

Oil and gas will be around , ‘for quite some time’

Oil and gas will be around , ‘for quite some time’

The OPEC+ group of oil producers has extended its production cuts totaling 3.66 mln bpd until 2025, maintaining a controlled supply while taking advantage of the current price of the benchmark Brent crude at over $85/barrel. OPEC forecasts that cumulative oil-related investment requirements from now until 2045 will amount to about $14 trln, or around … Read more