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Travel agency JTB to cut capital to gain tax advantage amid pandemic

Business / Corporate Feb 24, 2021

Travel agency JTB to cut capital to gain tax advantage amid pandemic

The planned capital cut from over ¥2.3 billion would mean JTB can receive preferential tax treatment for smaller companies with ¥100 million as the upper limit for capital.

U.S. Supreme Court allows release of Trump tax records to prosecutors

World / Crime & Legal Feb 23, 2021

U.S. Supreme Court allows release of Trump tax records to prosecutors

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday allowed the release of Donald Trump's tax records to criminal prosecutors, rejecting a last-ditch bid by the former president's lawyers to keep them secret. Trump, 74, has been waging a protracted legal battle to prevent his tax records from ...

Pandemic a boon for Japan's hometown tax donation program

National Jan 30, 2021

Pandemic a boon for Japan's hometown tax donation program

Operators of websites that mediate between municipalities and donors are projecting that the amount raised for fiscal 2020 will top the record of ¥512.7 billion in fiscal 2018.

Downtown Osaka land prices dive amid coronavirus crisis

National / Social Issues Jan 26, 2021

Downtown Osaka land prices dive amid coronavirus crisis

The land prices were apparently affected by a tumble in the number of inbound tourists.

Crime prevention tips for seniors among highlights of new year publications

National / Media | BIG IN JAPAN Dec 31, 2020

Crime prevention tips for seniors among highlights of new year publications

by Mark Schreiber

From looking at the contents, you'd never have guessed what a crazy year 2020 has been.

Japan's appeal as hub hindered by taxes, language and lackluster growth

Business Dec 28, 2020

Japan's appeal as hub hindered by taxes, language and lackluster growth

by Yuko Takeo

China’s crackdown on Hong Kong has raised hopes Tokyo may be able to compete as a financial hub, but the numbers still don't work in Japan's favor.

A letter from 9 million U.S. expats to Janet Yellen

Commentary / World Dec 16, 2020

A letter from 9 million U.S. expats to Janet Yellen

by Andreas Kluth

This change would align American taxation of individuals with the systems of all other developed countries. It would free us expats to live, earn, save and invest as other people do.

Carlos Ghosn investigated by France over possible tax evasion

Business Dec 15, 2020

Carlos Ghosn investigated by France over possible tax evasion

by Tara Patel

French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire on Monday declined to confirm a probe into Ghosn’s tax affairs.

Japan ruling bloc OKs tax reforms to help coronavirus-hit economy

Business / Economy Dec 10, 2020

Japan ruling bloc OKs tax reforms to help coronavirus-hit economy

The LDP and Komeito are also aiming to encourage the private sector to work toward carbon reduction and digitalization through revisions to corporate taxation.

LDP panel plans tax-free casino winnings for nonresident gamblers in Japan

Business Dec 4, 2020

LDP panel plans tax-free casino winnings for nonresident gamblers in Japan

It is hoped the envisaged tax exemption will provide impetus for operators to plan resort projects that incorporate casinos, which the government is keen to promote.

Japan plans tax breaks for foreign nationals to attract financial experts

Business Nov 25, 2020

Japan plans tax breaks for foreign nationals to attract financial experts

Many highly skilled financial professionals from abroad leave Japan within 10 years partly due to the current taxation system, a ruling party source said.

As soon as Trump leaves office, he faces greater risk of prosecution

World / Politics Nov 14, 2020

As soon as Trump leaves office, he faces greater risk of prosecution

by William K. Rashbaum and Benjamin Weiser

The president is more vulnerable than ever to an investigation into his business practices and taxes.

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