Congressional Proposals to Tax Energy Producers Stir Debate Amidst Soaring Prices and Inflation Concerns

Frustration over persistently high energy prices has reached a critical juncture across the United States, prompting a swift response from Congress. Lawmakers, under pressure from constituents grappling with elevated costs…

The Shadow Cost of Connectivity: Unpacking the Economic Impact of Digital Services Taxes

The intricate web of digital services that underpins modern commerce, enabling a small bed-and-breakfast in the south of France to connect with a traveler from across the globe or an…

Global R&D Tax Subsidies Show Stark Disparities, Impacting Innovation and Economic Competitiveness Across Nations

The landscape of research and development (R&D) tax subsidies for large profitable firms reveals a striking divergence among countries, with implied tax subsidy rates ranging dramatically from a mere 1…

Navigating the New Wave of Corporate Tax Disclosures: Challenges and Interpretations to be Explored by Tax Foundation Webinar

A significant shift in the global corporate tax landscape is underway, marked by an unprecedented wave of new company tax disclosures mandated by evolving transparency requirements from various international bodies…

The Global Tug-of-War Over Digital Services Taxes: Unilateral Measures, Economic Fallout, and the Quest for a Unified Solution

The digital transformation of the global economy has presented a profound challenge to the traditional international tax framework, leading to a complex and often contentious debate over how multinational corporations…

Brewing a Burden: How Taxes Become the Most Expensive Ingredient in American Beer

As the United States transitions into the warmer summer months, a familiar ritual for many Americans involves unwinding with a cold beer after a demanding day. However, beneath the refreshing…

The Congressional Budget Office’s Alarming Fiscal Outlook: Unpacking the Looming National Debt Crisis

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) consistently provides annual snapshots of the federal government’s fiscal outlook, reports that have, in recent years, depicted a trajectory from concerning to outright alarming. While…

Rethinking Europe’s Economic Future: Why Tax Competitiveness, Especially Corporate Reform, is Key to Growth Amid Global Headwinds

For over a decade, European tax policy debates have been dominated by intricate discussions on tax fairness and anti-avoidance measures. However, a significant pivot is now underway, driven by escalating…

State and Local Tax Collections Reveal Wide Disparities Across U.S. in Fiscal Year 2023

The annual revelation of state and local tax collection figures by the U.S. Census Bureau serves as a critical barometer of fiscal policy and economic health across the nation. While…

Rhode Island Faces Economic Headwinds with Proposed Income Tax Surtax, Tax Foundation Warns.

Katherine Loughead, Director of State Projects at the Tax Foundation, delivered a stark warning to the Rhode Island House Committee on Finance on May 7, 2026, outlining the severe economic…