Macroeconomics Argentina In addition to its newly raised export taxes, Argentina’s new administration is trying to increase real estate taxes by between 15 and 75 percent, depending on the valuation of the property. Farms would be subject to the real estate taxes and large farms would, of course, pay the highest taxes. For farms over 2,000 hectares, the tax increase would be 75 percent, regardless of the farm’s productivity. Beyond the real estate taxes, some provinces are also trying to increase gross income taxes. Farmers are disappointed with the policy changes and, given the negative production margins they face, are starting protests and strikes that will increase in the coming days. Curren...
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Weighing in on strategic realignment
WPI’s team was retained by the governing board of a U.S. industry organization to review a decision, reached by vote, to invest significant assets into the development and management of an export trading company. WPI’s team conducted a formal review of this decision and concluded that the current level of market saturation would limit the benefits of the investment. Based on WPI’s analysis and recommended actions, the board subsequently reversed its decision and undertook a strategic planning effort to identify more impactful investments. On behalf of numerous clients, WPI has not only assisted in identifying strategic paths but also advised their implementation.