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Tax breaks on kerosene, LPG end. How will this affect prices?

For consumers, the excise tax suspension had meant direct savings of around P5.65 per liter of kerosene and almost P37 for an LPG tank
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EUobserver
· Jun 24, 2026
EU tax reform promises €8bn in savings, but shell companies untouched
The most impactful change is the abolition of taxes charged on cross-border payments of dividends, interest and royalties between companies. This alone accounts for around 5.3bn of the projected savings.
RTÉ News
· Jun 29, 2026
IMF urges Government to minimise spending overruns
The International Monetary Fund has told the Government it should increase revenue from income tax, VAT and local property tax to reduce reliance on corporation tax paid by multinationals.
The Motley Fool
· Jul 2, 2026
4 Midsummer Tax Moves That Could Pay Off Big Before Year's End
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NL Times
Dutch government's plans to tax sugary softdrinks will also make beer more expensive
The government’s plans for a sugar tax will also make beer more expensive, the Telegraaf
AzerNews
· Jun 21, 2026
Higher global prices cushion decline in Azerbaijan's urea export revenues
Rising urea prices on international markets have helped offset the impact of lower export volumes from Azerbaijan, limiting the decline in export revenues despite a sharp reduction in shipments during the first four months of 2026, AzerNEWS reports.
Investopedia
· Jul 10, 2026
Delta CEO Doesn’t Expect Airfares to Come Down Anytime Soon While Demand Remains Strong
Airlines Have Raised Fares to Offset Rising Fuel Costs Stemming from the Iran War
Global News
· Jul 1, 2026
Manitoba’s provincial sales tax cut on store-bought food takes effect
The tax cut applies to food sold at grocery and convenience stores, but it's still charged at restaurants, bakeries and bars.
Nepal News
· Jul 9, 2026
कच्चा तेलको मूल्यमा ५% को उछाल
काठमाडौँ ।अमेरिकी राष्ट्रपति डोनाल्ड ट्रम्पले इरानसँगको युद्धविराम समाप्त भएको संकेत दिएपछि अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय बजारमा कच्चा तेलको मूल्य उल्लेख्य रूपमा बढेको छ। ट्रम्पको अभिव्यक्तिपछि ब्रेन्ट र डब्लूटीआई दुवै क्रुड तेलको मूल्य करिब ५ प्रतिशतले उकालो लागेको हो। अन्तर्राष्ट्रिय बजारमा ब्रेन्ट क्रुडको मूल्य ५.१० प्रतिशत अर्थात् ३.७८ अमेरिकी डलरले बढेर प्रतिब्यारेल ७७.९४ डलर पुगेको छ। त्यस्तै, डब्लूटीआई क्रुड []
Daily Sabah
· Jul 3, 2026
Türkiye to phase out fuel tax offset mechanism by October
Türkiye will gradually phase out its fuel tax adjustment mechanism by October, scaling back a measure introduced to cushion consumers from soaring oil prices during the Iran war....
National Review
· Jul 9, 2026
Why the Moreno–Warren Payroll Tax Hike Won’t Fix Social Security
Eliminating the payroll tax ceiling would generate a fizz of new revenues but be followed by higher benefit costs and fewer taxes available to meet them.
Loonie Politics
· Jul 1, 2026
Chips, rotisserie chickens and other foods go provincial sales tax-free in Manitoba
WINNIPEG — Manitoba is cutting its provincial sales tax on store-bought food starting today. Most groceries are already tax-exempt, but the July 1 change means there will no longer be seven per cent PST charged on products such as chips, rotisserie chickens and baked goods. The tax cut applies to food sold at grocery and [] The post Chips, rotisserie chickens and other foods go provincial sales tax-free in Manitoba appeared first on Loonie Politics.
Brisbane Times
· Jul 7, 2026
My wife has no taxable income. Will she have to pay CGT under the new rules?
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Egyptian Gazette
· Jul 5, 2026
Tax breaks for businesses aim to boost growth
Egypt seeks to shift tax system towards actively supporting investment, economic growth The parliament has just approved a new set of tax changes designed to lower costs for businesses, improve their cash flow, and attract more investment. Finance Minister Ahmed Kouchouk said the measures would take effect as soon as they are officially published. In [] The post Tax breaks for businesses aim to boost growth appeared first on Egyptian Gazette.
Daily News Egypt
· Jul 13, 2026
Egyptian government outlines second tax facility package targeting industry and capital markets
Egypt plans to replace its capital gains tax on stock market transactions with a stamp duty and cut value-added tax (VAT) on medical devices from 14 per cent to 5 per cent as part of a second package of tax facilities aimed at attracting investment and reducing burdens on businesses. The details of the new [] The post Egyptian government outlines second tax facility package targeting industry and capital markets first appeared on Dailynewsegypt.
India News Network
· Jul 10, 2026
Indian Government Addresses Common Concerns on E20 Petrol
Government answers key questions about the impact of E20 ethanol-blended petrol on vehicle performance, pricing, and emissions.
RTL Today
· Jul 10, 2026
Fuel prices: Diesel and heating oil to rise by 5 cents
From midnight tonight, diesel and heating oil will go up in price, following other fuels earlier this week.
Fox News
· Jul 1, 2026
America's favorite beers — and the jobs tied to them — are at the center of a brewing trade fight
Report says beer tariffs would squeeze the most profitable segment of the U.S. market, putting American distributors and retailers at risk of job losses.
The New Zealand Herald
· Jul 8, 2026
Tax settings risk undermining Government’s golden visa success
Tax settings risk undermining Government’s golden visa success
The Hindu BusinessLine
· Jul 12, 2026
Wipro Q1 preview: Brokerages see weak quarter, muted Q2 guidance
Net profit is estimated at 3,394 crore to 3,528 crore, reflecting a 3.1 to 9 sequential decline and a 1.4 to 4 drop year-on-year, according to brokerage estimates
Business Today
· Jun 30, 2026
Fuel taxes change from July 1: Here's what the government has revised
The export tax on aviation turbine fuel has also been reduced to 7.5 per litre from 12.5 per litre.
Financial Times
· Jul 7, 2026
Retailers warn over potential scale of Burnham’s proposed warehouse tax
Prospective UK premier wants to fund business rates cut for pubs, clubs and music venues by placing higher levies on warehouses and other large commercial sites
The Economic Times
· Jun 29, 2026
Govt lifts curbs on petrol, diesel sales
Govt lifts curbs on petrol, diesel sales
Investing.com
· Jun 24, 2026
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Honeywell, MIT project AI could cut fuel production costs
NDTV
· Jul 2, 2026
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· Jul 8, 2026
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Sky News - Business
· Jul 7, 2026
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BOL News
· Jun 27, 2026
Government cuts jet fuel price by Rs7.15 per litre
Petroleum levy on kerosene oil remains same at Rs20.36 per litre. The post Government cuts jet fuel price by Rs7.15 per litre appeared first on BOL News.
Fox Business
· Jul 7, 2026
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· Jul 7, 2026
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More fuel price cuts could be on the cards for August
RAPPLER
· Jul 9, 2026
DA eyes P1-billion additional fund for fuel subsidy to farmers, fisherfolk
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CityNews Montreal
· Jun 25, 2026
Some airlines reduce fuel surcharges as oil falls, while others hold steady
CALGARY — Some Canadian airlines are scaling back fuel surcharges as fuel prices fall, while others are holding steady for now. WestJet Airlines says it has reduced its levy on companion vouchers to 40 from 60 per round trip or one-way fare. Porter Airlines has cut the fuel surcharge for new reward flight bookings by [] The post Some airlines reduce fuel surcharges as oil falls, while others hold steady appeared first on CityNews Montreal.
The i Paper
· Jul 13, 2026
All the taxes Andy Burnham could raise or cut – and the likelihood
The Makerfield MP has given hints about the major tax changes he could make as PM
The West Australian
· Jun 21, 2026
Strait of Hormuz toll threat could spark Australian fuel price pain, opposition warns
Australians have been warned they could face more petrol price pain despite the government’s 400m move to extend the fuel excise cut.
UrduPoint
· Jun 23, 2026
Transport fares cut by up to 18pc after fuel price reduction
Transport fares cut by up to 18pc after fuel price reduction
Jamaica Observer
· Jul 8, 2026
Gas prices up $4.50, diesel up $2.44
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Motorists should see an increase at the pumps in the price of gasoline effective Thursday, July 9, according to the latest ex-refinery costs from Petrojam.90-octane will be sold for 205.70 per litre after an increase of 4.50, while 87-octane will be sold for 198.28, an increase of 4.50.Automotive Diesel will be sold for 206.50 after a 2.44 increase, and ultra-low sulphur diesel will be sold for 222.08 per litre, up 3.06.Propane liquid petroleum will be sold for 75.82 per litre, down 0.25, and butane liquid petroleum will be sold for 84.79 per litre, up 0.25.Marketing companies and retailers will add their respective markups to these prices.
Fortune
· Jul 13, 2026
Current price of oil as of July 13, 2026
When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.
Eunews
· Jul 9, 2026
EU petrol and diesel prices surge over 10% in July from February
In Italy, the excise duty reductions—which had been extended several times—came to an end on 1 July: petrol now costs 9.4 per cent more (from e.655 to 1.810 per litre) and diesel has risen by 10.9 per cent (from 1.702 to 1.887), which is below the EU average for petrol
Borneo Bulletin
· Jun 30, 2026
Singapore’s power, gas tariffs rise on higher fuel costs
Singapore’s power, gas tariffs rise on higher fuel costs
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· Jun 28, 2026
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· Jul 9, 2026
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