How UK inheritance tax compares with other countries
Unlike other nations, the UK completely exempts all gifts from taxation if they are made far enough in…
Bereaved families could pay tax twice on inherited homes under property tax plan
A new property tax reportedly being considered by Rachel Reeves could charge families inheriting homes on top of…
Australia’s cultural institutions at crisis point
Australian cultural institutions are calling for support after a series of major cuts to funding and jobs at…
As bold economic reform ideas go, an ‘imputed rent’ tax on home owners has precedents
As industry leaders and the federal government prepare for next week’s economic summit, two economists have started a…
Inheritance Tax rule change means your pension could be raided if you die young
From April 2027, inherited pensions will be subject to Inheritance Tax and included in the ‘estate’ – which…
Businessman loses appeal over €317,312 inheritance tax bill – The Irish Times
A senior businessman “struggling to survive emotionally” has lost an appeal against a €317,312 bill for capital acquisitions…
Sky-high expectations around inheritance likely to fall flat, as older Australians face retirement uncertainty
Rising aged care costs, longer life spans and tighter retirement budgets are set to challenge the financial expectations…
While Trump plays with tariffs, Chalmers must find a way to do what Keating did in the 1980s
In the early 1980s, Australia had as big a trade deficit as the United States has now —…
Canada sheds tens of thousands of jobs as Trump tariffs hit | Unemployment News
Trump’s sectoral tariffs on steel, aluminium and autos have hit the manufacturing sector hard and reduced hiring. The Canadian economy lost…
Self-employed people could get lower state pension due to HMRC error
Even a single missing year can affect the final state pension amount, and eligibility for other benefits such…
No more partial treatment to pensioners when it comes to commutation of pension in the New Income Tax Bill, 2025
Good news for pensioners as the Lok Sabha Select Committee identified a gap in the tax treatment of…
Adult pacifiers trending in China for stress relief and sleep; doctors warn of health risks
Adult pacifiers which claim to relieve anxiety and improve sleep have become a trending product in China, sparking…