Business Bank Account
Varies by jurisdiction · Varies by jurisdiction
Starting up
Starting up on Trade and Till: MEI, Simples Nacional, CNPJ registration, alvara and RFC.
Profiles
Business Grants
Government agency or foundation · Varies by grant
Business Licence
Varies by jurisdiction · Varies by jurisdiction
Business Plan
United States · To secure financing from banks or...
Cash Flow
Cash Flow · The net amount of cash and...
Choosing A Legal Structure
Owner-operator · To establish a legal entity for a business
Company Registration
Limited liability company (LLC) or... · Limited to capital contributed
Ecommerce Store Setup
Individual or business entity · Consumer protection and distance selling...
Franchising
United States · 1950s
Hiring Your First Employee
Owner-operator hiring first employee · Registration with tax authority
Invoicing
The country where the owner-operator's... · The national tax code or revenue...
Starting up
Credit Card Installment Use Jumps 13 Points, Doubles BNPL
A PYMNTS Intelligence report finds credit card installment plan usage surged to 36% of consumers by March 2026, more than double the rate for standalone
Starting up
Discovery Bank's AI Delivers 500% ROI
South Africa's Discovery Bank achieved over 500% ROI using a unified AI system for customer engagement, fraud detection, and credit decisions, contrasting with broader industry trends.
Starting up
Incore Bank Tests AI for KYC
Incore Bank's AI proof of concept reached 99% accuracy in extracting customer document data, aiming to reduce KYC processes from months to days.
Starting up
Simples Nacional: New Rules and Deadline for 2027
The Brazilian government has confirmed the deadline for submitting applications for the Simples Nacional regime in 2027, with significant changes to the calendar and rules for micro and small businesses.
Starting up
Congress Delays Vote on New MEI Limit Until After Elections
The vote on the new MEI limit has been delayed due to disagreements over changes to the Simples Nacional and fiscal impact
Starting up
Proposal to Revert Pensão por Morte Reduction May Benefit Families
A proposal in the Brazilian Congress aims to revert a reduction in the Pensão por Morte benefit, which could benefit families of deceased INSS insured individuals.
Starting up
Brazilian Businesses Must Prepare for PIS/Cofins Replacement and CBS Entry
Brazilian businesses must be aware of the upcoming changes in the tax system, as the PIS/Cofins will be replaced by the CBS in 2027.