International Tax Planning – Malta Holding Companies
Malta’s effective tax regime makes it a very attractive jurisdiction to incorporate in, whether you want a holding company to provide flexible solutions to fit your needs, or if you are looking for a location to establish a low-taxed trading. With the right structure, income tax can be reclaimed, allowing the shareholders to reclaim 85% of the company’s chargeable income. Other interesting advantages of incorporating in Malta include:
Swiss corporate tax got even cheaper!
Following on from our update about the recently announced tax reform in Switzerland, see below the new Swiss corporate tax rates for the most popular cantons which will become effective as of 1st January 2020, once they are officially approved by each canton. After the reform enters into force, Switzerland will be even more attractive for investors, with one of the lowest corporate tax rates in Europe.
Swiss Corporate Tax Reform expected to take effect on 1 January 2020
On 19th May 2019 66 % of Swiss voters approved the so-called Swiss Tax Reform and AHV Financing Bill, which is expected to enter into force as of 1st January 2020.
Why locate your business in Switzerland?
Switzerland is one of the largest financial centres in the world, with one of the most competitive economies. Due to its political stability, liberal economic system, low corporate tax, high quality of life and a solid and relatively efficient legal system, it is ideal to set up a business here.
New Transparency Rules in Switzerland – Bearer Shares
On 21st June 2019, the Swiss Federal Assembly adopted the Federal Act implementing the recommendations of the Global Forum on Transparency and Exchange of Information for Tax Purposes.
Popularity of Swiss Companies on the Rise
During the first quarter of 2019 there were 11,578 new companies entered in the commercial register in Switzerland. This is the highest number of start-ups ever recorded by the Swiss Commercial
Don't get lost in the fog
Let's stay in touch despite the new GDPR. F Trust has adopted the new GDPR rules. We will therefore no longer be sending out newsletters to our usual group of contacts.
London presence for F Trust
F Trust is now present in London, facilitating meetings with existing and new clients and explore how the use of Swiss and Luxembourg entities can be of advantage to their existing structures.