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BFH questions double real estate transfer tax in cases where closing date is known – important impetus against excessive taxation in cases where signing and closing take place at different times.

Reporting obligations pursuant to Art. 138 of the German General Tax Code (“AO”) are often underestimated – but they are becoming an increasingly important focus during tax audits. What companies need to pay particular …

On July 19, 2025, the EU adopted its 18th package of sanctions against Russia. It introduces new export bans, stricter documentation requirements, and measures to prevent circumvention.

Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs honors 50 high-growth, small and medium-sized Bavarian companies. Special awards for sustainability, outstanding commitment to training, and “Bavarian Entrepreneur of the Year.” Baker …

New EU-US trade agreement brings customs relief for strategic products, but also burdens for steel, aluminum, and other industries. Companies should actively review their options now.

If succession within the family is not possible, a sale or management buyout are viable alternatives. Early planning and close coordination of legal, tax, and structural issues are crucial.

Without a CFO, accounting in corporate groups can quickly become ineffective. Clear processes and uniform guidelines ensure control in investment structures.

Europe is becoming a pioneer in crypto supervision and setting new standards for financial service providers and crypto asset service providers (CASP), as well as supervisory authorities and investors. An overview of the …

The EU is pushing ahead with the harmonization of insolvency law. A new proposal for a directive will have massive implications for German insolvency law. The following provides an overview of the planned changes.

On July 10, 2025, the German Federal Ministry of Justice and Consumer Protection (BMJV) published the long-awaited new draft bill (RefE) for the implementation of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). This …