Emerging Trends in Transfer Pricing

Dr Daniel N Erasmus 27 November 2023

Article published in SAIT, Tax Talk Magazine, Issue 103 November/ December 2023

Transfer pricingTransfer pricing is a fundamental concept in international taxation that defines the pricing methods and rules applied to transactions between related entities within a multinational enterprise (MNE). In the context of tax regulations, it governs how prices for goods, services, or intangibles (such as intellectual property) are set when these items are exchanged between different branches, subsidiaries, or affiliates of... (TP) disputes have always posed challenges to multinational enterprisesWhat are Multinational Enterprises (MNEs)? Multinational Enterprises, commonly referred to as MNEs, are corporations that operate in multiple countries through various subsidiaries, branches, or affiliates. These entities maintain a central management structure while leveraging diverse resources, labour markets, and customer bases across borders. The fundamental aspect that distinguishes MNEs from other corporate forms is their cross-border activity, which can include... (MNEsWhat are Multinational Enterprises (MNEs)? Multinational Enterprises, commonly referred to as MNEs, are corporations that operate in multiple countries through various subsidiaries, branches, or affiliates. These entities maintain a central management structure while leveraging diverse resources, labour markets, and customer bases across borders. The fundamental aspect that distinguishes MNEs from other corporate forms is their cross-border activity, which can include...) and tax authorities. The interpretation and implementation of arm’s length principles, the backbone of TP regulations, have led to an increasing number of TP disputes across the globe. This article considers emerging trends, emphasising the critical role of TP expert witnesses in any TP dispute.

The significance of TP expert witnesses in TP disputes

A central theme in any TP dispute resolution process is the selection and preparation of a TP expert witness. Such an expert is often called upon to lend their expertise during the trial; however, their participation is required very early in the TP dispute process to aid in finding workable resolutions.

Selecting the right TP expert witness

The onus of proving the arm’s length price rests with the taxpayer. It is crucial to choose an expert who possesses the requisite technical knowledge and the capability to present findings credibly in a court environment. Whereas there are many TP specialists globally, only a handful have the experience to serve as an effective expert in such a setting. A list of key considerations in selection follows. >>> Click here to download the full article >>>

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