Worldwide: Inward/ Foreign Investment

The Indian Supreme Court has overturned a landmark penalty imposed by the Competition Commission of India on Amazon, establishing critical boundaries on the antitrust regulator's enforcement powers. This decision addresses fundamental questions about merger notification requirements, the scope of regulatory authority, and procedural fairness in competition law proceedings. The ruling has significant implications for foreign investment and the predictability of India's regulatory framework for cross-border t

The Reserve Bank of India, Securities and Exchange Board of India, Directorate General of Foreign Trade, Competition Commission of India, and Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India announced a series of targeted regulatory interventions aimed at improving market efficiency and reducing regulatory friction. These measures are designed to deepen India's financial and commercial ecosystem while the country continues its economic diplomacy efforts abroad.

Foreign purchasers and permanent residents buying property in NSW face significantly increased surcharge duties and land tax obligations following the 2024-25 State Budget changes. With surcharge rates now at 9% for purchaser duty and 5% for land tax, understanding eligibility requirements—including the critical 200-day presence rule—has become essential to avoid costly compliance errors that Revenue NSW actively audits.