Financial Transaction Taxes (FTTs) sound simple: add a tiny levy to each trade and raise easy revenue. In reality, they act like sand in the gears of capital markets. Even at a few basis points, FTTs widen spreads, thin liquidity, and slow the reallocation of capital to its best uses. The costs land on everyone...
Tax systems do more than collect revenue; they shape where capital flows, how firms invest, and how households work, save, and spend. The International Tax Competitiveness Index (ITCI) 2025 provides a rigorous framework for assessing how well a country’s tax code advances two foundational goals: competitiveness and neutrality. Competitiveness keeps marginal tax burdens low to...
A pragmatic capital stack for Jamaica and the wider Caribbean to help local suppliers win—and reliably fulfill—tourism demand Why finance is the missing piece Even with a sourcing portal, standards, and buyer appetite, Micro, Small and Medium Tourism Enterprises (MSTEs) often can’t scale. They bump into three walls: Working capital to buy inputs and cover...
Tourism is the lifeblood of many Caribbean economies, yet far too much visitor spending “leaks” out before it multiplies locally. These leakages—driven by import-heavy supply chains, foreign ownership structures, expatriate labor, offshore procurement, and weak local linkages—reduce the sector’s power to create jobs, lift smaller firms, build resilience, and drive inclusive growth. This article...
The Evolution of Strategy For decades, strategic thinkers have grappled with one central question: What does it take for an organization to rise above its competition and remain relevant over the long term? Traditional models have often emphasized competitive positioning—a firm’s ability to carve out a distinctive place in the marketplace. While these approaches...
The Evolution of Strategy For decades, strategic thinkers have grappled with one central question: What does it take for an organization to rise above its competition and remain relevant over the long term? Traditional models have often emphasized competitive positioning—a firm’s ability to carve out a distinctive place in the marketplace. While these approaches...
Why GRC Matters More Than Ever In today’s volatile business environment, entrepreneurs across the Caribbean are navigating uncharted waters. From global economic uncertainty and shifting regulatory frameworks to digital disruption and ESG expectations, the risks facing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have never been higher. Yet, alongside these challenges lies opportunity. Businesses that master Governance,...
In today’s interconnected global economy, volatility is the new normal. From economic downturns and regulatory shifts to cyber threats and natural disasters, businesses face a range of risks that can disrupt operations and erode stakeholder confidence. Yet, organizations that thrive in uncertainty are those that transform risk into resilience. By adopting proactive risk management strategies,...
In the world of business, deals are more than transactions — they are strategic milestones that can redefine an organization’s future. From mergers and acquisitions to joint ventures and partnerships, the success of a deal depends not only on the numbers but also on how well businesses balance risk, strategy, and value creation. In an...
In Panama’s dynamic economy, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are driving innovation, job creation, and sector growth. However, this success often comes with increasing regulatory requirements and evolving compliance obligations. For many SMEs, navigating tax laws, accounting standards, and industry-specific regulations can be overwhelming—especially when resources are limited. A Virtual CFO (Chief Financial Officer) provides...
Dawgen Global is an integrated multidisciplinary professional service firm in the Caribbean Region. We are integrated as one Regional firm and provide several professional services including: audit,accounting ,tax,IT,Risk, HR,Performance, M&A,corporate recovery and other advisory services
Dawgen Global is an integrated multidisciplinary professional service firm in the Caribbean Region. We are integrated as one Regional firm and provide several professional services including: audit,accounting ,tax,IT,Risk, HR,Performance, M&A,corporate recovery and other advisory services
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