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Changes in UK rules for SPACs should make London more competitive — but they are not for everyone, writes MHA Macintyre Hudson’s Robin Stevens.

The UK is looking to re-establish at least eight freeports – will they deliver the economic hit the UK is hoping for?

As moves towards digital currency gather speed, businesses need to prepare for a world that transacts in digital dollars.

The tide is turning for investments considered purely on financial terms, as new research confirms the rising importance of ESG to dealmakers.

Business has not been same since airlines were grounded by the pandemic. It’s crucial that corporate travel gets moving again.

Spain has taken the global lead in legislating that delivery riders are employees of the platforms they work with, not independent contractors. But the debate over the status of gig economy workers is far from over.

While many businesses are conscious of their operational impact on the environment, the impact of supply chain emissions is becoming clearer.

For companies returning to ‘normal’ operations, helping bereaved and traumatised employees readjust becomes the next great challenge presented by the pandemic.

With the US back at the negotiating table, the OECD is pushing on with ambitious plans for a framework to tax the digital giants.

With more people confined to their community, local convenience stores have boomed. Are the good times sustainable for business owners?

After an abysmal first half for M&A in 2020, dealmakers roared back into action. But will the momentum be sustained? We look at what a strong M&A finish means for 2021.

As ecommerce rapidly expanded, so too did pressure on warehouses and distribution channels. How are retailers handling the growing pains?

Shopping has changed during the pandemic as e-commerce exploded in places it had rarely been seen. Baker Tilly’s experts examine the new retail landscape.

Businesses hope a COVID-19 vaccine will fast-track a return to normal but legal questions remain over insisting employees are immunized.

Local travel is seen as a poor cousin to overseas arrivals – will staycations be enough to keep tourist-focused economies turning?

The Atlantic Bubble showed that tourism and business confidence could thrive if people felt safe from COVID-19.

As businesses battle the impact of COVID-19, it’s important to adopt appropriate measures now, for

Clarity of Purpose acts as a powerful catalyst for positive change. How can business owners

Pressure is nothing new in hospitality but the stop and go of lockdown is testing the mettle of business owners like never before.

During periods of disruption, putting customer needs’ first may improve the long-term health of your company

The biggest wealth transfer in history is underway. But future high net worth individuals need more than a portfolio rundown.

The Bahamas’ $3 billion tourism industry was crippled when visitors vanished. How can data make the sector more robust?

What really draws in visitors? A Caribbean island uncovered some surprising insights when it dived into its tourism data.

Confirmation that England will join Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland in a second national lockdown

Many dealmakers are optimistic about Asia-Pacific’s prospects for the remainder of 2020 and early 2021.

Dealmakers fear security issues pose a cross-border M&A risk in Asia Pacific, as governments voice concerns about overseas influences.

The more things change, the less the word change has meaning. Mindsets must be geared to evolution, writes Donal Laverty.

In the GFC, boards turned to the CFO to help navigate turbulent times. During Covid-19, though, it’s the HR team in the spotlight.

Changes to Austria’s benefit-in-kind tax rules and green technology incentives have grabbed the attention of some employers, writes Günther Stenico.

Electric vehicle incentives are increasing, as stimulus packages are ushered in to revive economies that have slowed during COVID-19 lockdowns.

Car manufacturers once owned the customer but for electric vehicles, it may no longer be the case. The next move could be decisive.

First and foremost a human tragedy, COVID-19 is also having a growing impact on the global economy.

As COVID-19 continues to rip through some of America’s biggest cities, its effect is being felt far beyond the more than 150,000 Americans confirmed infected.

The steps businesses take now will play a pivotal role in determining how they emerge from the shadow of COVID-19.

Baker Tilly Ireland’s Neil Hughes looks at why securing the support of your employees is even more crucial in times of crisis.

COVID-19 is making many companies change the way they work, but for companies with employees working cross-border, these changes may have implications in relation to tax and social security obligations.

While there are many reasons why a company will struggle to overcome a crisis, failure is often rooted in a lack of cash.

In the midst of a crisis, operating cost control strategies are imperative.

The coronavirus crisis was a storm front that grew quickly and struck fiercely, leaving global

The combined firm fortifies its capabilities, expands its national footprint and secures Top 10 ranking.

There has been a surge of interest in golden visas, which is being welcomed despite concerns about misuse.

Baker Tilly network member Cherry Bekaert strengthens its presence in the Atlanta market with the

Dealmakers expect many will scale back mergers & acquisitions although private capital is tapped to

M&A in North America has been moving at a glacial speed. What will drive a turnaround in 2020?

Some 1.7 billion adults are without a bank account. With COVID-19 accelerating moves to a cashless society, financial inclusion is key.

As the waves of dealmaking start to increase, there are opportunities but also new risks and challenges.

Baker Tilly Zimbabwe continues to build its local network with addition of HR consulting firm, LoriMak Africa.

The lessons learned from working remotely — and the positive spin-offs of lockdowns — should not be lost.

With many homes now a workplace, how will commercial property perform when lockdowns lift?

European dealmakers expected 2020 to be rough for M&A but COVID-19 has all but crushed any remaining confidence.

With some cannabis companies near breaking point, the demand for tax revenue could be a lifeline in the post-COVID world.

As the coronavirus crisis persists, some countries are beginning to plan a staged reopening. What changes should business expect?

Industries are hurting as the world grapples with the evolving COVID-19 crisis. What actions are governments and banks taking?

Cannabis has rapidly grown into a $15 billion industry but there are plenty of pitfalls in this emerging market.

Demand is growing for electric vehicles as drivers take the high road. How critical are incentives for keeping this emerging sector moving?

Rarely has a new disease made such a dramatic arrival. Baker Tilly’s experts examine what businesses must do to keep calm and carry on.

Five generations working alongside each other. What does that mean for managing talent?

Businesses are seeking expert advice to navigate uncertain times. It’s a trend that has forced a change in the way accounting firms work.

Amid the chaos of geopolitical events and economic uncertainty, how do dealmakers feel about their ability to get deals done?

Respondents overwhelmingly agree that M&A will pick up in the year ahead and 71% say they will expand their cross-border investments.

As the US and China trade conflict rolls on, uncertainty around tariffs and how they impact bottom lines is adding an extra level of complexity to transactions in the manufacturing sector.

Much like in romance, M&A matchmakers face an unenviable proposition: get it right and it’s a thing of beauty, get it wrong and the inevitable result is a messy situation without any winners.