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Merck's "Unusual" Deal Moves Beyond Taxes
The reverse merger between Merck and Schering-Plough was not done to garner tax-free status - although it will - but to maintain a business relationship with J&J. March 16, 2009
Data Biz Tax Status No Longer on Shaky Ground
IRS guidance clears the way for seismic data companies to become publicly traded partnerships. March 9, 2009
Confident Citi Makes a "Risky" Tax Bet
With losses piling up, Citigroup shuns the idea that it needs to book a so-called value allowance charge to report billions in deferred tax assets. March 3, 2009
Treaty Fails to Save Interest Deductions
Non-discrimination pacts between the U.S. and foreign countries don't alter fundamental accrual rules, according to the IRS. March 2, 2009
What Lies Beneath
Keen-eyed investors can expect to see more exceptional items this reporting season. March 2, 2009
Taxed to the Max
Hefty tax rates continue to penalize U.S. companies, and the calls for reform are growing louder. March 1, 2009
Out of Its Misery: Recording Gains on Condemned Property
New light was shed on an old sore spot last week when the IRS released its newest private letter ruling on "involuntary conversions." February 24, 2009
Failed But Not Forgotten: The Sequenom Tax
Despite failing in its hostile bid to acquire EXACT Sciences, the proposed Sequenom takeover yielded a tax strategy that would have shielded shareholders from paying taxes on gains. February 19, 2009
Stimulus Bill Bites Losing Companies
Centrists in Congress demanded cuts in the stimulus package, and out the window went a big tax break for companies that will report losses in 2009 and 2010. February 13, 2009
Stimulus Tax Provisions Take Shape
A compromise economic stimulus package that may be released as early as tomorrow will likely retain provisions to extend NOL carrybacks and bonus depreciation allowances. February 9, 2009