India

Firm overview

TransPrice Tax is a global cross-border taxation and transfer pricing firm. We provide expert taxation solutions for Indian and foreign multinationals. We are a research-based tax firm that provide services right from set up in India for foreign companies as well as help the Indian companies to expand globally. The services include transaction structuring in the form of transfer pricing design, documentation, creation of defence strategies, international tax interpretation and strategies, inbound - outbound advisory, M&A transactions, Strategic taxation etc.

Established in 2013, the firm has now branched out to several tax jurisdictions through its network and partners globally. Over the past years, the firm has provided quality Transfer Pricing and Taxation advice to its esteemed clientele, that has helped the Multinationals to be tax efficient with appropriate risk mitigation. The firm also handholds its clients in getting the right connects to the right advisor for their business needs. We believe that a multinational should focus on its global business, while leaving the regulatory and compliance aspects to our care.

At TransPrice, we create value with plethora of transfer pricing and tax planning activities that helps you build effective cross border tax structures. Further, with right connects and network of experts in major international tax jurisdictions, TransPrice can provide effective outbound and inbound Transfer Pricing Design, Documentation and Dispute Resolution services. We provide solutions for Multinationals that fully support their business strategies, that are simple to apply along with being compliant. Over the years, we have been instrumental in crafting winning transfer pricing and tax models which have stood the test of scrutiny. We advocate specialization and believe that focus is vital for expert advice, especially in the field of Transfer Pricing and Taxation.

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VSTN Consultancy Private Ltd (VSTN) is a boutique Transfer pricing firm with extensive expertise in the field of transfer pricing. VSTN Consultancy has been awarded by International Tax Review (ITR) as Best Newcomer in Asia Pacific – 2024 and is recognised as one of the finest performing transfer pricing firms. VSTN is structured as an inverse pyramid where leadership get involved in all client matters, enabling clients to receive the highest quality of service. Being a specialized firm, VSTN offer advice that is independent of an audit practice, and deliver it with an uncompromising integrity. Our expert team has significant experience in the transfer pricing space having worked with multiple Multinational Companies across sectors/industries in the Big 4 and have cutting edge knowledge and capabilities in handling complex TP engagements.

Our offering spans the end-to-end Transfer Pricing value chain, including design of intercompany policy, drafting of Interco agreement, ensuring effective implementation of the Transfer Pricing policy, year-end documentation, BEPS related compliances (including advisory, Masterfile, Country by Country report), safe harbour filing, audit defence before all forums and dispute prevention mechanisms such as Advance Pricing agreement.

VSTN periodically publish technical content including latest key developments in transfer pricing through Alerts and posts. VSTN has been shortlisted as finalist for “Asia Pacific Transfer Pricing Firm of the Year award” by International Tax Review (ITR) for 2024 and in 3 other categories, within just two years of our founding.

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This firm is a WTS Global member.

Firm overview

Headquartered in Delhi NCR, India, AKM Global is a full-service firm providing tax and consulting services to clients ranging from Fortune 500 corporations to startups and high net-worth individuals. With over 450 professionals operating out of 7 locations, our team of experts have in-depth knowledge of international tax laws, finance, and economics.

AKM Global aims to be a strategic partner for its clients looking to extend their global footprint and have an ever-increasing need for international tax planning, transfer pricing, double taxation relief, expatriate tax services, or cross-border M&A tax assistance. By bringing tax-efficient and pragmatic solutions that maximize global opportunities while minimizing risks, AKM Global is fueling the growth of its clients. With an exceptional global network and working relationships with reputed accounting and law firms across the world, AKM Global has the capacity to address cross-border tax complexities across diverse jurisdictions.

AKM Global’s global tax and regulatory practice is led by Amit Maheshwari. Amit Maheshwari has also authored books on Expat taxation, NRI Taxation and Transfer Pricing in India with Wolters Kluwer (CCH) and Lexis Nexis. The partners in the firm also contribute stories/articles on International Tax, Transfer Pricing and Exchange Control Regulations to the TV Channels as well as to the known domestic and international publishing houses including Economic Times, Business Standard, Financial Express, Financial Times of UK, BBC, Tax Analysts of US, CNBC, etc.

AKM Global’s Transfer Pricing team provides tailored solutions (such as planning, documentation and implementation) to its clients at different stages during inter-company transactions. The team is also well-equipped to work on International Benchmarking assignments. The experts use all the major databases (e.g. Thomas Reuters, Royalty Stat, Capital Line, AceTP, Prowess, Loan Connector, Royalty Range, BVD, KtMINE). The firm also assists its clients in managing tax controversies including representation before tax and appellate authorities, assisting in international arbitration, Advance Pricing Agreement (‘APA’) Mutual Agreement Procedure and arbitration under bilateral treaties.

While the current practice is expanding, the relatively new business verticals such as White-collar crimes defence practice has received exceptional feedback from the clients. Under this area of practice, AKM Global is handling cases involving clients facing actions from different Law enforcement agencies such as the Enforcement Directorate, CBI, Income Tax (under the Income-tax Act, Black Money Act, Benami Law), Customs and GST, Serious Fraud Investigation Office etc which can be attributable to inter-agency intelligence sharing and coordination. The litigation in this area has multiple facets owing to simultaneous proceedings for contravention/violation of different fiscal and anti-money laundering laws.

AKM Global, through its participation in various prestigious committees of Industry chambers, works with the government on various industry issues including tax and regulatory matters, CSR activities and other policy initiatives.

Our experts stay abreast of the latest global developments in international tax matters, providing insightful and up-to-date guidance to the clients. With a commitment to excellence, AKM Global has established itself as a trusted strategic partner for businesses grappling with the intricacies of international taxation.

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Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan (LKS) is a full-service law firm specializing in areas such as corporate & commercial laws, dispute resolution, taxation (both direct and indirect) and intellectual property. The firm is able to keep a finger on the pulse of litigation and commercial law matters throughout the country. The firm’s driving principles are integrity, knowledge, passion, innovation, collaboration and one practice.

Founded by V. Lakshmikumaran and V. Sridharan in 1985, the firm serves clients globally through its offices in 14 cities in India. The firm is well-known for its high ethical standards, quality work and transparency in all its business dealings. LKS corporate clientele comprises large business houses, multi-national corporations, banks and financial institutions including Fortune 500 companies.

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Nexdigm is privately-held, independent, global business advisory provider that helps organizations across geographies meet the needs of a dynamic business environment. We provide integrated, digitally driven solutions encompassing Business Services and Professional Services, that help businesses navigate challenges across all stages of their life-cycle. Through our direct operations in USA, India, and UAE, we serve a diverse range of clients, spanning multinationals, listed companies, privately-owned companies, and family-owned businesses from over 50 countries.

Our robust tax practice offers a wide range of services, such as:

• Cross-border tax services, including inbound and outbound planning, capital structuring, advice on various business models of operating in India and their tax impact analysis
• Advice on withholding tax matters, the applicability of newly introduced equalization levy provisions, Indirect transfer provisions, etc.
• Structuring of EPC contracts
• Transaction advisory and support services
• Corporate Tax Retainership services which include managing end-to-end tax compliance, routine/on-call advisory and related support services
• Transfer pricing services, including designing global transfer pricing policies and representation services besides certification and documentation
• Tax litigation
• Expatriate taxation

Nexdigm has been advising on the Permanent Establishment (PE) exposure of various overseas clients undertaking contracts with Indian customers, re-characterization of businesses from a cross-border tax and transfer pricing standpoint, formulating management fee/cost-sharing policies among MNC Group members, structuring business model for operating in India, etc.

We have also been advising overseas companies on the buy/sell side of various transactions involving the acquisition/sale of Indian companies, especially from the perspective of tax impact analysis, due diligence, vetting the share purchase/business purchase agreements from a tax perspective and suggesting revisions. This has helped our clients better negotiate their terms on deals while bringing substantial tax savings.