India: Corporate Tax

Federal Decree-Law No. (20) of 2025 (the "Amendment"), effective 15 October 2025, makes the most substantial changes to the UAE's mainland corporate framework since the Commercial Companies Law (Federal Decree-Law No. (32) of 2021, the "CCL") came into force. It introduces preferred share classes, constitutional exit mechanics, and corporate mobility with continuity of legal personality into the onshore limited liability company – structural features that, until now, were primarily associated with DIFC / AD

Starting a sole proprietorship in India offers simplicity and flexibility, but business owners must navigate complex taxation frameworks and compliance obligations.

Starting a business as a sole proprietor in India requires navigating various regulatory obligations and obtaining specific licenses based on your business type, location, and scale. While the structure itself is simple, understanding which registrations are mandatory—from GST and shop establishment licenses to sector-specific approvals—is crucial for legal operations and avoiding penalties.

The Government of India announced the Union Budget 2026 on 1 February 2026 ("Budget 2026"). Budget 2026 primarily has a theme of maintaining stability, fiscal discipline, sustained growth and moderate inflation.

In September 2024, the UAE government took a major step by issuing Cabinet Decision No. 98 thus fundamentally changing how Economic Substance Regulations (ESR) apply to businesses in UAE.

Income tax is a tax levied and charged on individuals and entities based on their income or profits, in accordance with the provisions of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

On October 8, 2021, over 135 member countries of the OECD/G20 Inclusive Framework (IF) on Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS), representing more than 95% of global GDP...

Buybacks, often employed to return capital to shareholders and improve financial ratios, have historically been favored for their tax efficiency compared to dividends.

Tax implications on share buy-backs have undergone significant changes pursuant to the amendments proposed to be introduced in accordance with the Finance Act (No. 2), 2024. In light of the amendments, companies and investors will need to reconsider their approach for exits and repatriation of surplus funds.