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A survey conducted by the Department of Economic Development found that business confidence in Dubai rose in the second quarter of 2013, with the Business Confidence Index increasing 14.6 points from the same period in 2012 and 6.7 points from the first quarter. Over 83% of Dubai businesses expect their sales volumes to increase or remain unchanged in the third quarter, and many plan to invest in hiring or technology. While export firms and larger companies are more confident than small and medium enterprises, the survey found that 43% of businesses expect higher sales revenue and 40% stable outcomes in the third quarter, with manufacturers more optimistic about profits and traders about volumes. The rising business confidence is also leading to stability in employment, as 82% of
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Ghana is a unitary presidential constitutional republic located in West Africa. It has a democratic political system and growing economy that has attracted foreign investment. To incorporate a company in Ghana, an LLC must have at least two directors, one of which must reside in Ghana. Joint ventures require a minimum $10,000 investment from non-Ghanaians. All companies must have an auditor who is a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants. The Ghana Investment Promotion Center registers all enterprises. A company is incorporated with the Registrar General's Department and applies for a license to operate from the Accra Metropolitan Assembly after. Corporate and income tax rates are 25-30% and 20% respectively, with dividend, capital
Doing Business in Ethiopia
Ethiopia is formally known as the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, located in northeast Africa at the crossroads of Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. The Ethiopian Investment Agency was established to promote private investment and foreign direct investment through legislative reforms to enhance the investment climate. Private limited companies in Ethiopia require a minimum capital of 15,000 ETB and at least two shareholders and one manager. Foreign companies can own 100% of an Ethiopian company. Various tax exemptions are provided depending on the investment activity, such as income tax exemptions for approved investments in manufacturing, agro-industry, and ICT.
Doing Business in Burundi
Burundi is a landlocked country in East Africa known as the "Heart of Africa". It has consistently reformed its business climate and has been praised as the top reformer in Africa. This has opened doors to investment and attracted new businesses. To encourage investment, Burundi offers tax incentives to both international and domestic companies. It is also a member of regional economic communities totaling over 450 million consumers. The Burundi government has created a one-stop shop to simplify business registration and licensing. Setting up a limited liability company in Burundi takes 5-6 weeks and requires a minimum of three shareholders and share capital of 5 million Burundi francs. Annual taxes and audits are required once incorporated.
Doing Business in Benin
Benin is a country located in West Africa with its capital in Porto-Novo and seat of government in Cotonou. The Government of Benin encourages foreign investment through initiatives like the Presidential Investment Council established in 2006. There are free trade zones in Cotonou benefiting landlocked neighbors. To incorporate a company in Benin, an incorporation package must be presented to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry's Corporate Formalities Center including choosing a unique company name. The limited liability company, SARL, is a common structure where foreigners can own 100% and requires a minimum of one manager and shareholder with a share capital of 1,000,000 XOF.
Doing Business in Algeria
Algeria is the second largest country in Africa and has a population of over 37 million people. It has a growing economy focused on hydrocarbons but is seeking to diversify into other industries to provide jobs for young people and reduce dependence on oil and gas exports. Foreign companies can operate in Algeria by establishing a limited liability company with at least two partners or opening a branch office, which allows them to be treated like a local entity. Tax rates in Algeria include a corporate profits tax of 30% and VAT of 7-17% depending on the product. Setting up a limited liability company requires a minimum share capital, two shareholders, a managing director, and filing annual returns and taxes.
Doing Business in Nigeria
Nigeria is located in Western Africa between Benin and Cameroon. As Africa's most populous country with over 170 million people, Nigeria is also the 12th largest oil producer and 8th largest oil exporter. While oil dependent, the government is working to develop other sectors like roads, agriculture and power. Nigeria offers beneficial investment opportunities as the top stock exchange in Africa and allows 100% foreign ownership of companies. Registering a limited liability company in Nigeria takes 3-4 weeks and allows full foreign ownership and control with a minimum of two shareholders and directors of any nationality.
Doing Business in Egypt
Egypt is a transcontinental country located in both Africa and Asia. It has an extremely large population, making it one of the most densely populated countries in the region. Certain industries like mining, tourism, real estate, and technology allow for wholly foreign ownership in Egypt.
To set up a business, foreigners can establish an Egyptian limited liability company (LLC) which allows for 100% foreign ownership. The LLC requires at least two shareholders of any nationality and one resident Egyptian manager. The process of incorporation takes 1-2 weeks.
Licenses may be required depending on the business activities. Importation and operations in Sinai require additional approvals. Foreign companies pay corporate taxes of 20-25% and non
Doing Business In Qatar
Qatar has the world's third largest natural gas reserves and seeks to attract foreign investment and capital to diversify its economy. It offers various tax incentives for foreign investors and allows foreigners to own up to 49% of local entities in most sectors. To set up a business, foreigners can establish a limited liability company which requires at least two shareholders, one director and a Qatar resident secretary. The incorporation process takes around three weeks and the entity must file annual returns and taxes.
Intuit News Alert
Intuit Management Consultancy introduces new Private Client and Family Advisory Services to help clients achieve their financial objectives through international trusts, private foundations, investment funds, and wealth structuring. The firm announces the hiring of Johnson K.Rajan to head the new division given his 13 years of experience in trusts, fiduciary, and fund administration.
Intuit Newsletter - June 2014
This newsletter from Intuit Management Consultancy provides an overview of their services such as company formation, offshore incorporations, trusts and foundations, and international tax planning. It also summarizes recent economic reports on the growth of the UAE economy and India's projected growth of 5.5% in the next fiscal year. Updates on new regulations from the DIFC and OECD on dispute settlement and tax transparency are also mentioned.
Intuit News Alert- DTAA and IPPA between Mauritius and Kenya
The document summarizes the key provisions of the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) and Investment Promotion Agreement (IPPA) between Mauritius and Kenya. The DTAA will take effect from January 2015 and provides benefits for Mauritius companies investing in Kenya, including tax credits and exempting capital gains tax on the sale of shares of a Kenyan company. The IPPA aims to encourage and protect investments between the two countries.
Intuit News Alert- Automatic Exchange of Information in Tax matters
The document summarizes an agreement between 46 countries, including most OECD and G20 nations, to automatically exchange tax information on investments held offshore. The agreement recognizes that offshore investments should not go untaxed and stresses effective exchange of information between tax administrations. While Switzerland signed the agreement, it has not yet ratified the related multilateral convention. The agreement calls on all countries to sign and ratify the convention. India has signed both the agreement and convention.
Intuit News letter - May 2014
This newsletter from Intuit Management Consultancy provides an overview of their services such as company formation, offshore incorporations, trusts and foundations, and international tax planning. It also summarizes recent business deals and tax agreement news, including Dubai Investments International exploring expansion into Asia and Africa, the UAE considering a separate visa for businessmen, and OECD endorsing a new standard for automatic exchange of tax information among member and partner countries.
Intuit Newsletter - April 2014
The newsletter provides updates on economic and business conditions in India, the Middle East, and Africa. It discusses the UAE's strong economic recovery and political stability attracting foreign capital, Kuwait's plans to sign a tax agreement to help banks comply with US tax laws, and new UAE investment laws expected to boost GDP 3-4%. It also mentions increasing foreign direct investment globally and Intuit's participation in an international tax conference.
Intuit News Letter - March 2014
The document is a March 2014 newsletter from Intuit Management Consultancy that provides an overview of their services and recent news. It announces that Dubai plans to welcome 25 million visitors for the 2020 World Expo, notes that Albania and the UAE have signed an agreement to avoid double taxation, highlights a case study of Intuit helping an IT company set up in Dubai, and includes a section on recent treaty updates. Contact information is provided at the end for Intuit's offices in India and Dubai.
Doing Business in U.A.E 2014
The document provides an overview of doing business in the United Arab Emirates. It notes that the UAE offers a tax-free business environment and has transformed into an international business hub. Companies can be set up as limited liability companies, free zone companies, or offshore companies. Free zones offer benefits like corporate tax exemptions and 100% foreign ownership. The document outlines company structures, free zones in Dubai and the UAE, and services provided by Intuit Management Consultancy to help set up and structure businesses.
Intuit News Alert - Abu Dhabi Airport Free Zone
The document summarizes information about the Abu Dhabi Airport Free Zone, which is being developed across three airports in Abu Dhabi. It has two phases - phase one includes the Abu Dhabi Airport Logistics Park for aviation, cargo, and maintenance companies, while phase two involves plots of land for development, storage, and light industrial units. The free zone hosts companies from various industries and its location takes advantage of Abu Dhabi's position between East and West for logistics purposes.
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Business confidence rises in Dubai
- 1. Intuit Management Consultancy www.intuitconsultancy.com Business confidence rises in Dubai According to the latest survey conducted by the Department of Economic Development (DED), Business confidence in Dubai rose in the second quarter of 2013. Improvements in the business environment have pushed the composite Business Confidence Index (BCI) for the second quarter of this year to 120.7 points in Dubai, a 14.6 points increase over the same period in 2012. The index also rose by 6.7 points between the first two quarters of 2013. Over 83% of the businesses in Dubai expect an increase or no change in sales volumes during the third quarter of 2013 while many plan to invest in hiring or technology upgrades. Export firms and larger enterprises in general are more confident on sales volumes, profitability and prices compared to small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The survey shows that 43 per cent businesses expect an improvement in their sales revenue in Q3 2013 while another 40 per cent see stable outcomes. Businesses in the manufacturing sector are more optimistic with respect to profits; service firms have indicated higher optimism for hiring, while trading firms are most optimistic on volumes sold, especially food traders who expect higher demand in Ramadan. Optimism among businesses is lending stability to jobs too as 82 per cent of the businesses expect ‘no change’ in their workforce while another 16 per cent to increase their headcount in the next quarter, compared to 11 per cent in Q2 2012.