Online Webinar by GA-Alliance

Online Webinar Event

The finalized EU-Mercosur agreement is much more than a trade deal; it is a shift in the global regulatory landscape. For European companies, it represents the removal of billions in tariffs; for the legal and fiscal world, it introduces a complex web of new sustainability standards, intellectual property rules, and procurement opportunities.

Join us for this online workshop taking place on January 22, 2026, at 4.00pm (CET/GMT+1). We won't just tell you what the agreement says - we will tell you what it means for your bottom line and how to position your business to thrive in this new economic corridor.

EVENT INVITATION : The EU-Mercosur agreement and the future of transatlantic business

About GA-Alliance

GA-Alliance - an international law and tax firm with a global network spanning 80 countries and a team of over 2,600 professionals - is uniquely positioned to bridge these two worlds. Our multidisciplinary expertise allows us to navigate the intersection of international trade law and cross-border tax strategy with unparalleled precision.

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TRUMP’S NEW TARIFF POLICY: GLOBAL IMPACTS AND TAX IMPLICATIONS

Donald Trump’s return to the presidency of the United States in January 2025 was marked by significant changes in American trade and tax policies. Continuing its protectionist approach, the Trump administration has implemented a series of sweeping tariff measures that have profoundly impacted global trade. 

TRADEMARK REGISTRATION IN THE USA: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PROTECT YOUR BRAND IN THE AMERICAN MARKET

Expanding your company to the United States can be a fundamental step towards the global growth of your business. But before you start selling or providing services in the country, it’s essential to ensure your brand is protected. In this article, you will understand what trademark registration in the USA is, why it is important, how the process with the USPTO works and how Drummond Advisors can help you on this journey.

ESTIMATED TAX FOR INDIVIDUALS  

Estimated tax is a form of tax prepayment levied on income that does not have tax withheld at source. This is the case, for example, for self-employed professionals, independent contractors, investors, rental property owners, among others.

TRUMP ADMINISTRATION UPDATES: U.S. AND BRITAIN HAIL BENEFITS OF TRADE AGREEMENT

Britain trade deal: President Trump said Britain had agreed to increase market access for billions of dollars in American exports, including beef, ethanol and other farm products under a new trade deal — but many of the details are being left to get worked out later. The agreement would pare back tariffs Mr. Trump imposed on British steel, aluminum and automobiles. 

COULD BRAZIL BENEFIT FROM TRUMP'S TARIFF HIKE?

Fears that Brazil would be one of the main targets of Donald Trump 's government's global tariff hike gave way to some relief after the White House placed the country on the lowest extra import tax (10%).

PROJECT INCREASES ANNUAL REVENUE LIMIT FOR STARTUPS TO R$50 MILLION

Complementary Bill 226/24 allows companies with annual revenues of up to R$50 million to be classified as startups . The Chamber of Deputies is analyzing the proposal, which changes the legal framework for startups and innovative entrepreneurship.

Source: Agência Câmara de Notícias

UNEMPLOYMENT IN BRAZIL HITS LOWEST LEVEL SINCE 2012

The unemployment rate in Brazil rose to 7% in the first quarter of 2025, leaving around 7.7 million people out of the job market. Despite the increase, this is the lowest rate for the period since 2012, as reported by the IBGE.

US TAX FORMS: WHICH ONES DOES YOUR COMPANY NEED TO SUBMIT?

Understanding and complying with tax obligations in the United States is fundamental to any company’s success and legal compliance. Below, we detail the main tax forms your company may need to submit, including descriptions, who must file and important dates.

CHECK IF YOUR COMPANY IS OBLIGED TO PRESENT THE ANNUAL REPORT

Property taxes in the US are one of the main sources of revenue for local governments in the United States, and are essential for funding public services such as education, infrastructure, security and health. In 2022, these taxes represented approximately 27.4% of total state and local tax collections, surpassing other sources of tax revenue.

NR-01: MENTAL HEALTH IN COMPANIES AND THE DEADLINE FOR COMPLIANCE

The recent update of Regulatory Standard No. 01 (NR-01), through MTE Ordinance No. 1,419 of August 28, 2024, brought important changes that directly impact companies in terms of Occupational Risk Management (ORM). One of the main changes is the obligation to include the management of psychosocial risks in the workplace, in the preparation and implementation of the Risk Management Program (PGR).

BRAZIL GROWS FOR THE 4TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR; GROWTH IN 2024 EXCEEDS FORECAST, HIGHLIGHTS PLANNING

Brazil's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew 0.2% in the fourth quarter of this year compared to the third and 3.4% in all of 2024 compared to 2023, the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) reported this Friday (7/3). The Ministry of Planning and Budget assesses that the result was positive, “the fourth year of consecutive growth after the peak of the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on the Brazilian economy and above market expectations at the beginning of 2024”, according to a note published by the Executive Secretariat.

BRAZIL CLOSES DEAL WITH VIETNAM AND OPENS MARKET FOR BEEF

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced the opening of the Vietnamese market for Brazilian beef. The agreement was signed during a state visit to Hanoi and is part of the 2025-2030 Action Plan of the Brazil-Vietnam Strategic Partnership, and is considered an important step forward to boost exports and attract investment to the agro-industrial sector.

BRAZIL WILL HAVE TWO MORE AIRLINES OPERATING IN 2025

Brazil will have two new airlines in operation this year: Avion Express and Total Linhas Aéreas. Both have obtained the Air Operator Certificate (COA) from the National Civil Aviation Agency (ANAC). The information was published by the IG portal.

STRIKE RAISES R$77 MILLION AND ARRIVES IN BRAZIL; SUSTINERI PISCIS RAISES R$9.39 MILLION: THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK IN THE ECOSYSTEM

This week, we talked about the arrival in Brazil of Strike , a Uruguayan startup founded by "good hacker" Santiago Rosenblatt, which raised R$77 million in a Series A round and will use part of the capital to start operations here.

BRAZIL STANDS OUT IN THE GROWING GOVTECH MARKET

In terms of technological advances applied to the public sector, Brazil stands out as a protagonist in the GovTech ecosystem . Just like a gear that adjusts and evolves in response to the need for movement, the Brazilian market for technological solutions for governments has demonstrated accelerated and consistent growth, driven by a combination of internal and external factors.