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The (Bad) Luck of the Irish

29 November 2010

In recent years, the Irish have touted their low tax rates and other breaks as a lure for artists, musicians and corporations and have enjoyed a measure of success in attracting some pretty big players. Companies like Apple, Microsoft, Pfizer, Dell and Wyeth have flocked to the Emerald Isle to avoid paying higher tax rates [...]

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Is It Luck of the Irish or Something More?

17 March 2010

Ah, Ireland. Land of leprechauns, rainbows and… low corporate taxes. That’s right: Ireland is a tax haven. Over the past few years, Ireland has been taking increasing heat from its near neighbors and the US for its perceived efforts to lure corporations to the Emerald Isle. Already facing criticism from many in the UK, Ireland [...]

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All Over the World

25 September 2007

It seems that more and more countries are confirming what we know to be true: it’s really, really better to be wealthy. First, the US. Then, the UK. And now? Ireland. RTE is reporting that the top 80 earners in Ireland paid about a rate equivalent to about 15% tax. The 150 top earners paid [...]

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