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From 1 January 2026, Belgium is introducing a capital gains tax on certain financial assets; find out who is affected, which assets and transactions are affected by this regime, and what rates and exemptions apply.
Since 1 January 2026, e-invoicing via Peppol has been mandatory for Belgian B2B invoices. Find out what this means for your software, VAT deductions and contracts, what exceptions apply, and how to avoid fines of up to €5,000.
“Discover how to calculate the taxable benefit in kind (BIK) for company cars for the 2026 income year. Use our handy tool and understand the flat-rate valuation of your BIK.”
The European AML landscape is changing fundamentally. With the creation of the Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) and the introduction of the new Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR), financial institutions are entering a more harmonised and outcome-driven regulatory environment. The AMLR will apply directly across the EU, while AMLA will drive greater supervisory consistency and convergence.
For companies whose financial year does not coincide with the calendar year, or when preparing interim financial statements, calculating provisions for holiday pay and the thirteenth-month bonus is often an underestimated area of attention. At 31 December, companies can generally rely on calculations provided by their social secretariat. An interim closing, however, requires a more nuanced approach. Simply pro-rating the annual provision does not always provide an accurate picture of employee-related liabilities.
Since 1 January 2026, new rules have applied which are intended to help prevent long-term incapacity for work and strengthen the return to work process. Discover them here.
On 30 September 2026, the Flemish Government presented its September Declaration, introducing a package of measures that may directly affect households, prospective buyers and businesses from 2027 onwards. The most notable tax measure is the announced increase in the sales duty on the purchase of a sole own home. In addition, changes have been announced regarding service vouchers, inheritance tax, the Growth Package and Flemish support measures. Most measures still need to be translated into concrete legislation.
Reintroduction of the Copyright Regime in the IT Sector: What Does This Mean in Practical Terms?
Digital transformation is not just about implementing new software. Grant Thornton helps organisations improve processes, connect systems and turn technology into reliable data, stronger reporting and better business decisions.
AI offers companies opportunities to work more efficiently, but at the same time requires clear agreements regarding data, human oversight, employee wellbeing, contracts and governance. Discover five key considerations for using artificial intelligence responsibly within your organisation.
A shareholders’ agreement helps family-owned SMEs to clearly set out in advance arrangements regarding roles, decision-making, dividends, share transfers, succession and exit strategies.
Family governance helps entrepreneurial families to establish clear agreements in good time regarding assets, shareholdings, succession and expectations. A family charter and structured meetings can prevent conflict and strengthen long-term harmony.
European sustainability reporting: less complex, but no less relevant
Missing important government communications? Discover why active eBox management is essential for compliance, good governance, and effective risk management.
From 1 January 2026, Belgium is introducing a capital gains tax on certain financial assets; find out who is affected, which assets and transactions are affected by this regime, and what rates and exemptions apply.
Everything you need to know about real estate taxation in Belgium: registration duties, VAT, property tax, rental income taxation, and taxes on the sale or inheritance of property.
The introduction of IFRS 16 ‘Leases’ addressed many of the shortcomings of its predecessor. The result is a robust, fit for purpose framework that delivers a level of transparency and insight that was previously unavailable to investors.
IFRS 16 ‘Leases’ is a standard that impacts most reporting entities that apply IFRS Accounting Standards and are involved in leasing assets and can have a substantial impact on the financial statements of lessees of property and high-value equipment.
Insights into IFRS 15 – Determining the transaction price