North America

Retirees win big in 2026. The IRS confirms the OBBBA Senior Deduction 2026 bonus is shielding millions from inflation, removing 1.8M Americans from federal tax rolls entirely.

Canada and Germany’s 2026 Strategic Industrial Tax Dialogue targets “friend-shoring” through synchronized R&D credits and green incentives to boost transatlantic industrial resilience.

The “once-a-year” audit risk is over. The IRS AI Audit Selection 2026 now evaluates tax returns six times annually using AI to match third-party data and lifestyle indicators.

From theory to enforcement: the IRS is now monitoring the OBBBA’s permanent telehealth and expanded HSA provisions, providing millions with new tax-free savings options.

Transatlantic trade has hit a breaking point. The EU Retaliation 2026 package—the largest in modern history—is now ready to hit US exporters with €93 billion in new customs duties.

The truce is over. The US-EU Auto Tariff 2026 is now live at 25%, targeting European manufacturing hubs and forcing a massive shift toward U.S. on-shoring.

CRA enters overdrive. The Canada Clean Tech Rebate 2026 update promises 450% faster processing and priority tax rulings for nation-building infrastructure.

The truce is over. The US-EU Auto Tariff Hike 2026 began its implementation today, May 4, signaling a 25% levy on European cars and a $30B hit to the Eurozone.

The global taxman has been sent packing. The IMO Carbon Tax Blocked 2026 victory at MEPC 84 sees the U.S. and partners representing 30% of global tonnage halt the global shipping levy.

The transatlantic trade truce is over. The US-EU Auto Tariff Hike 2026 increases duties to 25% starting next week, targeting European manufacturers and forcing production stateside.