United States: Transfer Pricing

Partner Lauren Azebu examines the qualified small business stock (QSBS) gain exclusion rules under Section 1202, exploring the complexities that arise when QSBS is held through pass-through entities. The article analyzes technical issues including ownership limitations, transfer restrictions, and entity conversion strategies, while highlighting areas where guidance remains limited and emphasizing the importance of proactive planning.

As the global tax controversy landscape evolves and becomes more polarized, marked by cross-border audits and mounting pressure on revenue authorities to collect tax, Jones Day partners examine how geopolitical pressure and rising revenue demands are reshaping tax disputes worldwide. The discussion highlights the complexity of navigating uncertain tax environments where authorities are increasingly sharing information across borders and deploying sophisticated anti-abuse provisions.

State and local tax (SALT) planning is entering a new phase of complexity. According to the BDO Tax Strategist Survey, over half of all audits and disputes stem from SALT issues. That's no surprise — state rules evolve rapidly...