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International Business Expansion: Joint Venture, Subsidiary, or New Company?

  Expanding a business beyond national borders is a strategic step that requires analysis, planning, and—above all—making the right decision regarding the legal entry structure. In this article, we explore the three main forms of international expansion: joint venture, subsidiary, and new company. Which is the best fit for your business? Why Consider International Expansion? […]

Holding or Subsidiaries? How to structure your expansion with multiple companies

When a company enters a growth phase, one of the most strategic decisions it must make is how to structure its expansion. Whether within Spain or on an international scale, choosing between a holding company structure or creating independent subsidiaries can significantly impact areas such as control, taxation, and asset protection. Companies that are part […]

How to Prepare for a Transfer Pricing Tax Audit: A Guide for Businesses

  Transfer pricing tax audits are essential to ensure that companies comply with tax regulations in their transactions with related entities. These regulations require that intra-group transactions – such as the sale and purchase of goods, provision of services or transfer of intangible assets – are valued as if they were between independent parties, following […]

International Business Expansion

  Expanding internationally allows companies to access new markets, diversify their customer base and take advantage of economies of scale. However, this process also involves risks, such as political instability or cultural differences. Careful planning is vital, including choosing the legal structure that best suits the company’s needs. Factors to consider before international expansion Before […]

Transfer Pricing: Key Strategy for International Tax Planning

What are transfer prices? Transfer prices are the values assigned to transactions between related companies or companies that are part of the same corporate group. These transactions include the purchase and sale of goods, the provision of services, and the transfer of intangible assets such as trademarks or patents. This concept is vital for multinational […]

International Expansion: Subsidiaries

Companies are sometimes faced with the challenge of expanding their operations beyond their borders to take advantage of new business opportunities. International expansion has become an essential strategic step for companies seeking to grow and consolidate in international markets. Among the most popular options to achieve this expansion is the opening of subsidiaries. This approach […]