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Switzerland stands out as an ideal location for setting up a business, due to its economic and political stability, favourable tax rates, and central European location.

Many Turkish individuals and corporations have substantial banking assets abroad, particularly in Switzerland.

Convertible loans are a cornerstone of early-stage financing as they provide Swiss start-ups with quick access to new capital while postponing the often difficult and lengthy company valuation to a later date.

When a taxpayer fails to declare income or wealth accurately, they face back tax assessments, interest, and potential fines. A recent Federal Supreme Court decision demonstrates how different tax authorities—VAT, withholding tax, and cantonal direct tax—can independently review the same facts and reach different conclusions, particularly regarding hidden distributions to shareholders.

In a referendum held on May 19 2019, the Federal Act on Tax Reform and AHV Financing (TRAF) was adopted by the Swiss people and the cantons.

The Swiss Federal Supreme Court has issued an important decision clarifying the requirements for the recognition of capital contribution reserves.

On 23 January 2024, the Swiss Tax Conference (Schweizerische Steuerkonferenz) (SSK) published its first comprehensive paper on transfer pricing (the TP Paper).

Switzerland has long been known for its expertise in international wealth management sector, its commitment to professional confidentiality and commercial competence, and its economic, political and legal stability, providing a solid foundation for families wishing to establish a Trust and a Family Office.

The jurisdiction of Switzerland offers numerous advantages.

In the first two chapters of our step-by-step guide to remote work, we first defined the different forms of remote work and then looked specifically...

Switzerland has a unique position within Europe and a strong economy founded on finance and banking.

For many businesses, the effects of the Coronavirus crisis create new economic challenges.

In chapters 1-4 of our series "Business trips to Switzerland and the EU", we provided an overview of the most important aspects of international social security, taxes, work permits and reporting obligations.

Switzerland continues to offer a stable and well-established environment for international groups and entrepreneurial businesses seeking to establish a presence in Europe the Schengen Area.

Canada: Early termination of the temporary regulation that allowed visitors to apply for a work permit in Canada.

Der Begriff der Nutzungsberechtigung ist praxisgemäss nach Massgabe einer «wirtschaftlichen Betrachtungsweise» («substance over form») auszulegen.`

Unlike many countries, Switzerland does not levy an interest withholding tax on interest paid on private and commercial loans (including on arm's length inter- company loans).