Candice Horbacz
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 6, 2026
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Sales Tax Holidays: A Persistent Political Lure Amidst Mounting Economic Scrutiny
Sales tax holidays, those eagerly anticipated periods when states temporarily waive sales taxes on specific goods and services, continue to thrive as a popular political instrument across the United States.…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 6, 2026
- 60 views
The Pitfalls of Price-Based Excise Tax Targets: Why the WHO’s 75 Percent Tobacco Tax Recommendation Faces Scrutiny
Retail prices, influenced by a myriad of market dynamics often unrelated to the core objectives of excise taxation, present a problematic foundation for tax policy, a concern increasingly highlighted by…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 6, 2026
- 63 views
The Imperative of Permanent Capital Investment Incentives: Navigating Global Economic Growth Amidst Shifting Tax Policies.
Capital investment is universally acknowledged as a fundamental driver of innovation, enhanced productivity, and sustainable economic growth. It forms the bedrock upon which modern economies build resilience, create high-value jobs,…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 5, 2026
- 57 views
Capital Allowances Across Europe: A Critical Driver for Investment and Economic Growth
While often secondary in public discourse surrounding corporate taxation, capital allowances represent a fundamental pillar of a nation’s corporate tax base, wielding significant influence over business investment decisions and, by…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 5, 2026
- 58 views
Understanding the Long-Run Economic Impact of Tax Policy: A Deep Dive into GDP, GNP, and Dynamic Modeling
The Tax Foundation, a leading independent tax policy research organization, employs a sophisticated modeling approach to forecast the long-run impact of proposed tax policy changes, utilizing what are known as…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 5, 2026
- 73 views
2025 Trade War Timeline & Current US Tariff Policy
President Trump initiated a significant recalibration of U.S. trade policy on January 20, 2025, by signing an executive order that mandated cabinet secretaries to produce comprehensive reports on global trade…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 5, 2026
- 78 views
Europe’s Complex Relationship with Wealth Taxation: A Detailed Examination of National Approaches, Economic Implications, and Ongoing Debates
Across the European continent, the concept of taxing an individual’s accumulated wealth, net of debt, presents a varied and often contentious landscape. While the idea of a net wealth tax,…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 4, 2026
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U.S. Treasury Faces Unprecedented Negative Net Customs Revenue as Billions in Trump-Era Tariffs are Refunded, Signaling Deep Policy Instability.
In a dramatic and unprecedented shift for federal finances, the U.S. government has begun refunding billions of dollars in customs duties, leading to a net negative collection that underscores the…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 4, 2026
- 141 views
The Complex Landscape of Cigarette Taxation Across the United States and Its Far-Reaching Implications
Cigarettes are consistently among the most heavily taxed consumer products within the United States, a reality that often remains opaque to the average smoker who may not fully grasp the…
- Federal Tax Law & IRS Updates
- August 3, 2026
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The Global Landscape of Capital Cost Recovery: A Critical Driver for Economic Growth and Investment in the OECD
The ongoing economic uncertainty stemming from global geopolitical threats, persistent supply chain disruptions, rising interest rates, and lagging economic growth across many developed countries has acutely highlighted the critical importance…
