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Joint ventures are becoming a go‑to structure in today’s market, but durability still comes down to getting the basics right. The ventures that last are the ones build on the strong fundamentals work upfront. They test alignment beyond strategy, make operational choices before launch, design governance to prevent disputes rather than manage them, and agree on capital and exit mechanics while goodwill is still high. When the fundamentals are overlooked, even well‑intentioned partnerships struggle to create lasting value. Read deeper insights on what makes for successful joint ventures from Corporate Transactions Group, Managing Director Ross Stallings, and Senior Director Matteo M.: https://okt.to/wW5fj3 #JointVentures #MergersAndAcquisitions #CorporateDevelopment #DealMaking #AMon

A&M proudly recognizes Labor Day in Mexico and Colombia, celebrating the dedication and contributions of the individuals whose hard work drives progress in their communities and beyond. Thank you for the impact you make every day. #AMon #LaborDay #Colombia #Mexico

Join A&M’s Global Trade team for an upcoming webinar covering key considerations for seeking refunds of IEEPA‑imposed duties. The session will explore potential refund opportunities, eligibility requirements, and key risk areas to avoid. Register now to secure your spot and gain practical insights: https://okt.to/xX5sZO #AMon #GlobalTrade #Tariffs Jason Kenner

A&M Tax welcomes Managing Directors Will Marshall and Jason Kenner in New York. Will brings more than 25 years of experience across the Asia‑Pacific region and the US, advising on complex #internationaltrade matters, including high‑stakes investigations and enforcement. Jason adds more than 20 years of experience in #customs and #trade, leveraging experience across government service and private practice across a range of industries, including apparel, automotive, and agricultural. We look forward to sharing their insights and seasoned experience with clients and the broader trade community. Connect with Will: https://okt.to/D8ZkTe Connect with Jason: https://okt.to/Kpu29x #AMon

In recognition of Global Volunteer Month, we’re proud to recognize the meaningful ways A&M colleagues around the world supported their local communities. From volunteering at food banks and hospitals to community outreach and education, these efforts reflect our commitment to making a difference where we live and work. Learn more about our Giving Back initiatives: https://okt.to/i7ZNra #AMon #GivingBack #CommunityImpact #GlobalVolunteerMonth

Our Global Tax Policy and Controversy Group at A&M Tax is pleased to present the second edition of the A&M Tax Policy Quarterly Outlook (Q1 2026), offering strategic perspectives on global tax policy and controversy developments during the period from January to March 2026. In this edition, we explore: Global trends in tax treaty abuse focusing on governing principles, judicial interpretations and evolving enforcement approaches with an increased emphasis on economic substance, beneficial ownership, and purpose based anti abuse rules. The introduction of Safe Harbor for Substance Based Tax Incentives under Pillar Two, highlighting how it is reshaping the way multinational groups assess the effectiveness and value of tax incentives globally, by providing a clear pathway for certain incentives to qualify as Qualified Tax Incentives and reduce Top up Tax exposure. Recent developments, including Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development guidance to support implementation of Pillar One Amount B through new Pricing FAQs and the 2026 automation tool, alongside continued expansion of the GloBE Information Return Multilateral Competent Authority Agreement signatory network. Key jurisdictional tax policy and controversy updates, highlighting regional trends, legislative developments, and emerging areas of tax authority focus. Read more: https://okt.to/ShRJ3C #AMon #GlobalTax #TaxPolicy #InternationalTax #TaxInsights Matt Andrew, Bruno Aniceto Da Silva, Kevin M. Jacobs, Shirley Yong

Section 5 is the next chapter in our Edge AI series. In it, Director Yannick Gablin maps how Edge AI reshapes human capital: a net 690K jobs created globally by 2027–2035, even as a 2.3M talent shortfall and a 56% salary premium signal acute scarcity. IT & Telecom and Industry 4.0 concentrate 46% of new roles, with additional demand across automotive, healthcare, smart cities, retail, energy & utilities, and agriculture. Role evolution is clear: hybrid profiles blending cloud and embedded skills, from edge orchestration and Kubernetes to real‑time systems, IoT protocols, and hardware‑aware ML. Geographically, North America leads with 40% of jobs, Europe follows at 30%, Asia‑Pacific at 25%, and the rest of the world at 5%. Edge dominates job creation across regions at roughly 1.5× Cloud, with North America strongest in software/R&D and Asia‑Pacific showing the fastest growth on manufacturing and smart‑city adoption. Sector hiring hotspots vary by region—from 5G/MEC and factory automation to software‑defined vehicles, clinical AI, autonomous grids, checkout‑free retail, and precision agriculture. Download Section 5 for the full workforce roadmap and come back for Part 6 as we turn to operating models built for the edge. https://okt.to/kHAyXs #EdgeAI #strategy #employment #AMon

UAE Corporate Tax: Clarity on “Connected Persons” (Article 36) The FTA’s clarification (CTP010, issued 29 April 2026) significantly refines the interpretation of “Connected Persons,” reinforcing that deductibility is contingent on market value and genuine business purpose. It brings much-needed precision to the definitions of “director” and “officer,” emphasizing that formal appointment and actual decision-making authority—rather than titles—determine classification. In doing so, the guidance firmly anchors the principle of substance over form within the UAE’s corporate tax framework. The implication is clear: businesses must adopt a disciplined approach to identifying connected persons, ensuring arm’s length outcomes, and maintaining robust disclosures. Notably, even where market value adjustments are not required, reporting obligations persist—underscoring the FTA’s continued focus on transparency. This development signals a broader shift toward tighter alignment between governance, economic substance, and tax outcomes. Read more: https://okt.to/Zu2NAy #AMon #UAECorporateTax #TaxGovernance #CorporateCompliance

India’s transfer pricing regime is steadily advancing towards greater certainty, consistency, and efficiency in tax outcomes. In an exclusive Taxmann feature, A&M experts, Amod Khare and Husein Zaki, discuss the introduction of block transfer pricing assessments, enabling a consistent arm’s length methodology to be applied across a defined three-year period. The article highlights the eligibility conditions, procedural framework, and post-facto optionality, while highlighting how the regime reduces duplicative proceedings and enhances predictability in tax outcomes. The reform marks a calibrated move towards multi-year certainty, streamlining compliance while maintaining robust safeguards within India’s transfer pricing framework. Read More: https://okt.to/0M9zE5 Amod Khare, Husein Zaki, Rishabh Choudhary, Disha Daryani, Siddhant Joshi #AMon #AlvarezandMarsalIndia #TransferPricing #Tax #TaxPolicy

Built on Culture: The Real Engine Behind Business Success Join Jonathan Boyers, Head of Alvarez & Marsal Corporate Finance, and Christopher Maguire, Executive Editor of BusinessCloud, as they sit down with Mia D., founder and CEO of GLAS. Mia shares, "We're very much a family of people around the world. We operate on one platform. There's collaboration and communication and cooperation amongst all the offers" and discusses: · Growing GLAS from £6k loan to a £1bn+ business · How her gender grounded her hopes of being a fighter pilot · Working as a holiday rep in Corfu · Exiting her first business Square Mile Connections · How it took 400 meetings to secure her first deal for GLAS · Expanding into 10 countries; 14 cities and 4 continents · Securing c£1bn investment from Oakley Capital and La Caisse · Being one of only a handful of female founders of a £1bn+ business 🎧Listen to the full conversation: https://okt.to/jMme5R #DealmakerUncut