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Stay informed with Grant Thornton’s IFRS Alerts: IASB issues amendments to IFRS standards, including IFRS 19 and IAS 21, addressing disclosure simplifications for subsidiaries and clarifying foreign currency translation in hyperinflationary economies. Explore key updates and implications for financial reporting.

Sustainability is no longer an option, but a necessity. Yet many SMEs struggle with the question: How do I get started without being overwhelmed by complex reporting requirements?

The De Wever government is raising tax rates on profit distributions for small companies, placing an extra tax burden on SMEs. According to Frederik De Graeve, these measures aren’t a fair reform, but a quick fix for budget problems that are affecting the entire economy. The tax rate increases are being sold as a fight against abuse, but in reality they hit every small business. This policy leads to lower investment, higher prices and a general tax increase that affects entrepreneurs, employees and consumers. Frederik calls for a targeted and consistent approach to abuse, rather than general tax increases.

On 17 November 2025, the Belgian tax authorities announced that the filing deadline for the Qualified Domestic Minimum Top-up Tax (QDMTT) return has been extended to 30 June 2026.

Daily Allowance for Foreign Business Trips

On 11 November, we celebrated Singles Day: a day when we pay special attention to being single. So let us take this opportunity to reflect on something many singles would rather not think about: their estate!

Didier Engels heads Engels Ramen en Deuren together with his brothers Christophe and Cedric. When they took over as the third generation, each quickly found their specialisation and pumped new energy into the company.

The popularity of cryptocurrencies has soared in recent years, yet they do not fit easily within IFRS’ financial reporting structure.

The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) sets strict requirements for deforestation-free and traceable supply chains. Learn what the regulation entails, who is affected, and how companies can prepare for the proposed delay in enforcement.

Living in your second residence abroad can have unexpected tax implications for your estate. This text explains how to avoid double taxation of your estate and why seeking advice beforehand is important.

IFRS Foundation publishes near-final illustrative examples on reporting uncertainties in the financial statements

Revenue recognition is a critical aspect of financial reporting for all reporting entities. Ensuring it is applied consistently and comparably across industries and capital markets is essential.

Revenue recognition is fundamental in all businesses, and it is important that it is recognised in a consistent and comparable way across industries and capital markets.

Real estate without borders: Tax insights for Dutch nationals in Belgium and Belgian nationals in the Netherlands

Belgium's New Capital Gains Tax: What You Need to Know

"Flanders is introducing stricter rules on chain liability in the event of illegal employment from 2026. Contractors and principals are to become criminally liable if they do not sufficiently check whether their subcontractors employ foreign workers legally. The new legislation imposes an extensive due diligence requirement, with mandatory documentation and an obligation to report to the social inspectorate. Non-compliance can lead to heavy fines or imprisonment."