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Transfer pricing in case law: Finnish tax authority vs. A Oy
Transfer pricing Transfer pricing in case law: Finnish tax authority vs. A Oy
In the case of the Finnish tax authorities and A Oy, we can see how incompetent preparation of transfer pricing documentation can create a large administrative burden for the company. Although the case ended in A Oy's favor, they had to spend time and money to have the decision of the Finnish tax authorities to adjust the taxpayer's transfer prices and add additional income tax on the adjusted profits annulled.
08 Mar 2021
Transfer pricing 2020 – three problems and three solutions
Tax Transfer pricing 2020 – three problems and three solutions
The restrictions established due to the COVID-19 pandemic have disrupted transfer pricing within international corporations. Even if the restrictions were to be eased, undertakings would face major uncertainty about risks and comparables for determining market value.
12 Jan 2021
Tarmo Rahkama Grant Thornton Baltic
Our news Grant Thornton Baltic has new partners in Estonia and Lithuania
In autumn 2020, Grant Thornton Baltic expanded its circle of partners, giving two long-term employees in Estonia and two in Lithuania the opportunity to have a say at the highest level of the organization.
27 Nov 2020
Legal The debtors are not obliged to submit bankruptcy petitions in the coming months
The amendment of Bankruptcy Act entered into force, where the commencement of the term of the obligation to submit bankruptcy petition shall be suspended for the time of emergency situation due to coronavirus and two months thereafter. Aet Sallaste, head of legal services in Grant Thornton Baltic explains who are concerned by the amendment of the Bankruptcy Act.
20 May 2020
The minimum nominal value of a share in private limited company shall become one cent
Legal The minimum nominal value of a share in private limited company shall become one cent
From the 1st of July 2020 the changes of the commercial code state, that the minimum nominal value of a share is one cent instead of one euro, with the result that every cent of the share capital shall grant the shareholder one vote. Grant Thornton Baltic legal adviser Brigitta Jõgi explains the subject further.
30 Apr 2020
Grant Thornton Baltic advises AS Baltika in reorganization proceedings
Reorganization Grant Thornton Baltic advises AS Baltika in reorganization proceedings
Grant Thornton Baltic advises AS Baltika in reorganization proceedings. Grant Thornton Baltic’s team consists of partner Artur Suits, head of financial advisory Mikk Mägi and financial and business advisory manager Ants Ansper.
26 Mar 2020
Who and under what conditions receive unemployment benefit?
Legal Who and under what conditions receive unemployment benefit?
Temporary subsidies from the Unemployment Insurance Fund will be paid to those employees who are working under an employment contract and whose employers are significantly impacted by the current extraordinary circumstances. Grant Thornton Baltic advisors can help you assess whether your company qualifies for this measure, draw up the staff documents necessary to apply for the subsidy and assess the necessity and scope of applying for the subsidy.
25 Mar 2020
How to protect copyright in employment relationships?
Intellectual property How to protect copyright in employment relationships?
In simple terms, copyright is the right over intellectual property. Copyright is gained automatically and requires no separate registration or other completion of formalities. Grant Thornton Baltic specialists Kristel Tiits and Lee Laanemäe are explaining the details in depth in their article.
17 Mar 2020
Important fact to remember when selling your shareholding in a company
Transaction advisory Important fact to remember when selling your shareholding in a company
In most countries, including Finland, Norway and Denmark, there are no form requirements for a sales contract of a share, yet Estonian law requires the contract to be notarised. Only if the company’s shares are registered in the Estonian securities register (hereinafter EVK) can the notarisation requirement be waived.
19 Feb 2020
The return of a contribution upon founding a private limited company
Company set up in Estonia The return of a contribution upon founding a private limited company
A private limited company in Estonia can be founded with or without making a contribution. Only individuals have the option of starting a company without making the contribution. Legal persons setting up a private limited company must always make a contribution, either monetary or non-monetary.
08 Nov 2019
The CFO as the company’s digital innovation leader
Leadership The CFO as the company’s digital innovation leader
The technology-centred, open economy is changing at light speed and finding a sustainable competitive edge is an ever sterner test for the business community. Clients and data are becoming companies’ most important assets. This in turn has significantly redefined the role and area of responsibility of the chief financial officer.
07 Nov 2019
What ensures a good auditor-client working relationship?
Assurance What ensures a good auditor-client working relationship?
An annual audit is an indispensable resource for obtaining assurance that a company’s financial statements and accounting is free from material misstatements. One of the most important preconditions for productive cooperation between auditor and the company is adherence to deadlines and being ready for the audit at the agreed time.
14 Oct 2019
KAFO EUGESTA tehingu nõustamine Grant Thornton Baltic peapilt
Case study Lithuanian company EUGESTA aqcuired well-known Estonian coffee equipment vendor
In spring 2019 Grant Thornton Baltic provided advisory services to Lithuanian company EUGESTA Latvian unit EUGESTA un Partneri SIA for purchasing KAFO Eesti OÜ. KAFO Eesti OÜ imports and distributes coffee and coffee making equipment in Estonia.
27 Jun 2019
How much does internal audit cost?
Business Risk Services How much does internal audit cost?
Organisations and companies that are required by law to conduct an internal audit often ask: is it more economical to establish an internal position at the company or outsource internal audit service?
10 Jun 2019
What happens if a company gives a loan to a board member or shareholder?
Commercial Code What happens if a company gives a loan to a board member or shareholder?
A situation where a company gives or guarantees a loan to a shareholder, partner or board member comes up all the time. Yet the Commercial Code does set out restrictions on granting loans. I will discuss some of the most likely problems and potential tax risks below.
06 Jun 2019
Transaction advisory: Balti Spoon OÜ acquires Polish veneer factory
Case study Transaction advisory: Balti Spoon OÜ acquires Polish veneer factory
Grant Thornton Baltic advised Balti Spoon OÜ, one of the world's leading manufacturers of peeled and sliced veneer, on the acquisition of a Polish company Bracia Mrozik Sp. z o.o.
20 Mar 2019
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