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The Hidden Costs of Ignoring Withholding Tax Obligations in Global Business

A risk-focused guide for CFOs, tax leaders, and compliance officers In the high-stakes world of international business, cross-border transactions are routine—but the tax consequences often aren’t. One of the most underestimated risks is withholding tax (WHT): a tax deducted at source on payments such as dividends, interest, royalties, and service fees sent across borders. Many...

Supply Chains Under Pressure: Managing the Tax Impact of Trade Wars and Tariff Hikes

In an increasingly interconnected world, global supply chains are the arteries of modern commerce. However, recent geopolitical tensions and economic nationalism have brought a sharp increase in trade protectionism, reshaping the landscape with tariff hikes and trade wars. For multinational organizations, these developments pose not only logistical and strategic challenges but also significant tax implications....

Understanding the Shifting Landscape of Global Tariff Rates in 2025

The global trading landscape is undergoing a seismic shift as new tariff policies challenge the foundation of long-standing international trade agreements. On April 2, 2025, former U.S. President Donald Trump announced a sweeping new tariff plan, signaling a significant change in America’s trade stance. These include a baseline 10% tariff on all imports starting April...

Transatlantic Audit Accord in Limbo: Implications for Global Accounting Mobility

In today’s increasingly interconnected financial landscape, the free movement of audit professionals between major markets is more than a convenience—it’s a necessity. Yet, recent developments have highlighted the challenges in achieving mutual recognition of accounting qualifications between the United States and the United Kingdom. Talks that once promised to break down barriers for US and...

Navigating Tariff Turbulence: How Businesses Can Respond to U.S. Tariff Policies Under Trump

In a bold move that has reignited global economic tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced sweeping new tariffs on imported goods. A 10% “baseline” tariff on all imports, with potentially higher rates for specific countries, is positioned as a protective measure to revive American industry and secure domestic jobs. While the political narrative emphasizes...

Ethical Use of External Experts: A Guide for Professional Accountants and Stakeholders

In today’s complex business landscape, professional accountants often turn to external experts for specialized knowledge to support audits, sustainability assurance, valuations, and other professional services. The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants® (IESBA) has recently issued significant revisions to the International Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants that directly address the use of external experts....

Strengthening Ethical Foundations: IESBA’s Initiative on Accounting Firm Culture and Governance

In a significant move toward reshaping the ethical landscape of the accounting profession, the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) has launched a standard-setting project on accounting firm culture and governance. This initiative follows the release of the Working Group on Firm Culture and Governance’s fact-finding report on January 14, 2025. At Dawgen Global,...

Safeguarding Independence in a Complex Investment Landscape: IESBA Launches Public Consultation on Auditor Independence for Collective Investment Vehicles and Pension Funds

The International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) has launched a significant public consultation on auditor independence as it pertains to audits of Collective Investment Vehicles (CIVs) and Pension Funds—collectively referred to as “Investment Schemes.” This initiative represents a proactive step to ensure that the International Code of Ethics for Professional AccountantsTM (including International Independence...

From Data to Decisions: Streamlining Financial Statement Preparation with Dawgen Global

In today’s fast-paced business environment, data is being generated at unprecedented rates. Yet, raw data alone doesn’t drive business growth—decisions do. For those decisions to be effective, the data must be organized, interpreted, and transformed into meaningful insights. That’s where accurate and timely financial statements come in—and where Dawgen Global makes the difference. At Dawgen...

Your Business, Your Story—Told Accurately Through Financial Statements

Every business has a story. It’s a story of vision, ambition, effort, and resilience. But how is that story told? Beyond brand messaging and marketing campaigns, your most truthful narrative is captured through your financial statements. At Dawgen Global, we believe that financial statements are more than just numbers—they are the language of business, and...

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Dawgen Global is an integrated multidisciplinary professional service firm in the Caribbean Region. We are integrated as one Regional firm and provide several professional services including: audit,accounting ,tax,IT,Risk, HR,Performance, M&A,corporate recovery and other advisory services

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Taking seamless key performance indicators offline to maximise the long tail.

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