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Mongolian firm Shonkhor Unelgee Audit LLC joins Russell Bedford International
March 2024
Russell Bedford welcomes Shonkhor Unelgee Audit LLC, based in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, as its first member firm in the country, enhancing the network’s coverage in East Asia.
Russell Bedford welcomes NUMIS CPAs as its new Vancouver firm
February 2024
New member adds four offices to Russell Bedford’s Canadian network
Russell Bedford’s Miami member strengthens its management team
February 2024
Russell Bedford’s Miami member strengthens its management team
SR Audit Solutions joins Russell Bedford in Azerbaijan
January 2024
Russell Bedford extends EMEA coverage with appointment of audit firm in Baku
Reliance Audit PAC joins Russell Bedford in Singapore
December 2023
New audit, tax and consulting firm is a welcome boost in the network’s APAC region.
Russell Bedford appoints Lægård Revision as new member firm in Denmark
December 2023
Addition of an audit, accounting and consultancy firm strengthens network’s coverage in the EMEA region.
FINCAP Advisers Group of companies joins Russell Bedford in Cyprus
November 2023
Russell Bedford appoints specialist financial advisory firm, enhancing its coverage in Cyprus.
Russell Bedford appoints Cronin & Co. as second member firm in Ireland
November 2023
Addition of a leading accountancy firm strengthens network’s coverage in Republic of Ireland and EMEA region.
Russell Bedford announces changes to Global Board
November 2023
Stephen Banks replaces Laurence Newman as director representing EMEA region.
Russell Bedford partners with ‘One Tree Planted’ to plant 40 trees in 40 locations around the world
October 2023
International accounting network Russell Bedford International goes green in celebration of its 40th Anniversary planting 1600 trees worldwide
Evolve Audit & Advisory Group joins Russell Bedford in South Africa
September 2023
Russell Bedford recruits audit, accounting and consulting firm in South Africa strengthening the network’s coverage in the EMEA region.
Russell Bedford expands into New Zealand
September 2023
Russell Bedford recruits national accounting and advisory group strengthening the network’s coverage in Asia-Pacific.
Globe Accountancy Services joins Russell Bedford in Tanzania
July 2023
Russell Bedford recruits full-service firm in Dar es Salaam strengthening the network’s coverage in Africa.
Suntera Global bolsters Guernsey presence with acquisition of Carey
May 2023
Suntera Global makes a further Guernsey acquisition to broaden its service offering and augment its international fund administration capability.
Chartist Associates joins Russell Bedford in Mauritius
May 2023
Russell Bedford recruits audit and accounting firm in Mauritius strengthening the network’s coverage in the EMEA region.
KRP LLP celebrates its 50th anniversary
May 2023
Russell Bedford's Toronto member firm reaches a significant milestone.
Suntera Global makes senior finance appointments in support of growth strategy
April 2023
Alex Noel has been promoted to CFO and Tom Cope joins as Group Head of Finance.
New Dawn Chartered Accountants joins Russell Bedford in Lesotho
December 2022
Russell Bedford recruits full-service firm extending the network’s coverage in Southern Africa.
Russell Bedford Welcomes IFAC G20 Call To Action 2022
November 2022
Global accountancy profession stands for prosperity and sustainable development
Russell Bedford announces new appointments to the global board
November 2022
Russell Bedford appoints new Global Chair and two new Board Directors following recent AGM.
CPA firm DPB joins Russell Bedford in Florida
October 2022
Russell Bedford announces expansion in North America recruiting Miami based full-service CPA firm.
HCA Chartered Accountants recognised at the Irish Accountancy Awards
September 2022
Russell Bedford’s Belfast member firm HCA Chartered Accountants nominated for three awards at the Irish Accountancy Awards.
Russell Bedford opens in Kosovan capital Prishtina
July 2022
First ever Kosovan member firm joins Russell Bedford, extending the network’s coverage in Southeast Europe.
London member firm Lubbock Fine wins two awards
June 2022
Russell Bedford member firm announces winning ‘Best People Initiative’ and the ‘Best in Business theme’ Awards
Grau & Partner joins Russell Bedford as second member in Frankfurt
June 2022
Russell Bedford extends German coverage with appointment of another full-service firm in the Frankfurt Rhine-Main metropolitan area.
Russell Bedford confirms Jayasinghe & Co. as member firm in Sri Lanka
June 2022
Leading firm in Colombo enhances network’s coverage in South Asia.
Seattle firm Clark, Raymond & Company CPA PLLC joins Russell Bedford
April 2022
Russell Bedford extends North American coverage with appointment of CPA firm in Seattle, WA metropolitan area
Proud in Pro Co. Ltd. joins Russell Bedford as member in Bangkok
March 2022
Russell Bedford expands APAC coverage with appointment of CPA firm in Thai capital.
Athens firms INTERLOG and iAspire join Russell Bedford as latest new members
February 2022
Russell Bedford extends European coverage with appointment of additional members in Greek capital.
North Carolina firm Ryan, Geer, Field, and Rhodes PLLC joins Russell Bedford
January 2022
Russell Bedford secures second North American firm of the year with appointment of Ryan, Geer, Field, and Rhodes PLLC in North Carolina.
PW Associates PLLC joins Russell Bedford in Texas
January 2022
Russell Bedford continues its development of the North American region with the addition of a certified public accounting (“CPA”) firm with offices in Dallas and Houston, Texas.
Austrian firm Hofer Leitinger joins Russell Bedford as new member
December 2021
Russell Bedford extends European coverage with appointment of Hofer Leitinger in Austria’s second city, Graz.
Russell Bedford appoints AM&A as member in Marseille
October 2021
The addition of offices in the PACA region gives a huge boost to Russell Bedford's French presence while further cementing the network's EMEA region.
Shajani LLP joins Russell Bedford as member firm in Alberta, Canada
September 2021
Russell Bedford boosts North American presence with appointment of CPA firm in Calgary, Edmonton and Red Deer.
Top four firm Encinas joins Russell Bedford in Bolivia
September 2021
Russell Bedford boosts Latin American presence with appointment of full-service firm in Santa Cruz.
DJH Mitten Clarke acquires Manchester firm Lloyd Piggott
July 2021
Move builds further strength in North West England.
Russell Bedford appoints BAFT as member firm in Ghana
June 2021
Further network expansion for Russell Bedford’s EMEA region with the addition of another full-service firm on the African continent.
Wojeski & Company joins Russell Bedford as member firm in Albany, NY
June 2021
Russell Bedford expands North American coverage with appointment of another full-service U.S. CPA firm.
CORE Revision joins Russell Bedford as member firm in Bern
June 2021
Russell Bedford increases European coverage with appointment of audit firm in Swiss federal capital.
Russell Bedford appoints ECA as member in Senegal
May 2021
Appointment of full-service accounting and audit firm provides a further boost to Russell Bedford’s position in West Africa.
Russell Bedford confirms B & B Associates as member in Nepal
April 2021
Appointment of B & B Associates provides additional boost to Russell Bedford’s network in South Asia
Russell Bedford secures Zampa Debattista as member in Malta
April 2021
Appointment of fast-growing accounting and audit firm enhances Russell Bedford’s position in Malta
Russell Bedford appoints first firm of the year in Nicaragua
January 2021
Managua firm Gómez & Gómez Consultores reinforces Russell Bedford’s strong Latin American presence.
Russell Bedford appoints leading CPA firm in South Korea
December 2020
Seoul-based Samhwa Accounting Corporation provides a major boost to Russell Bedford’s presence in East Asia.
Russell Bedford secures new member in Tuscany
December 2020
Appointment of Moores Rowland Partners reinforces Russell Bedford’s strong Italian presence.
Russell Bedford releases CEO End of Year video message
December 2020
Stephen Hamlet reflects on the network’s achievements in a year of adversity.
Russell Bedford recruits five new firms across five regions within one month
October 2020
Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, Europe, North America and Latin America were each enhanced with new firms over the past four weeks.
Russell Bedford appoints new member firm in Chile
October 2020
Santiago consulting firm Addval reinforces Russell Bedford’s strong presence in Latin America
Award-winning CPA firm LGA joins Russell Bedford in Boston
October 2020
Appointment of LGA, LLP solidifies Russell Bedford’s US network
Belrosaudit joins Russell Bedford in Minsk
October 2020
Appointment of Belarusian firm enhances Russell Bedford’s expanding Eastern European presence
Russell Bedford boosts position in Africa with Lusaka firm Amazon Associates
October 2020
Appointment of Zambian firm of Chartered Accountants further enhances Russell Bedford’s rapidly growing presence in Sub-Saharan Africa
Russell Bedford adds second Japanese firm
September 2020
Appointment of Hibiscus Audit Corporation cements Russell Bedford’s presence in Japan
Russell Bedford announces national expansion in Ecuador
August 2020
Russell Bedford Ecuador launches new branches in Guayaquil and Cuenca
Russell Bedford continues expansion in Africa
July 2020
Congo-Brazzaville firm enhances presence in francophone Africa
Russell Bedford launches brand new Professional Development Package
June 2020
Realise your potential. Believe in your ability. Plan for your future. Develop your path to success.
Russell Bedford strengthens position in Angola
February 2020
Russell Bedford continues to enhance its representation in Africa with full-service Angolan practice.
Incredible start to new year continues with Croatian group as third recruitment of 2020
January 2020
Appointment of firms in Zagreb provides a further boost to Russell Bedford’s growing European presence.
Former Moore Global firm goes to Russell Bedford in second coup of the year
January 2020
Russell Bedford enhances UK presence with award-winning Mitten Clarke in the North West.
Russell Bedford starts new year with continued growth in Africa
January 2020
Russell Bedford opens in Cameroon with new member in Yaoundé and Douala.
Russell Bedford opens in North Macedonia with a top-10 firm
November 2019
Global accounting network announces further European growth with the addition of Skopje firm.
Russell Bedford welcomes new member in Puerto Rico
October 2019
Addition of new member in Puerto Rico strengthens position in the Caribbean.
Russell Bedford appoints Top 10 firm in Amman
October 2019
New member in Jordan provides a further boost to Russell Bedford’s strengthening position in the Middle East.
Russell Bedford expands in Central Asia
October 2019
Global accounting network announces addition of two new firms in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.
New member appointed in Palestinian territory
September 2019
Further boost, strengthening position in the Middle East.
Dublin member Cooney Carey appoints new Head of Taxation
August 2019
Cooney Carey strengthens taxation team with the appointment of Gordon Hayden as Head of Taxation.
World Bank 2019 Doing Business Report cites India as a top improver for second consecutive year
July 2019
Sharp & Tannan Group, Russell Bedford’s member firm in India, assists the World Bank in researching its annual Doing Business project.
HMW Group appointed as Russell Bedford member in Brisbane
June 2019
Russell Bedford further enhances its position in Australia with appointment of Queensland member.
Russell Bedford appoints HannawayCA as member in Belfast
June 2019
Addition of Accounting Excellence Awards finalist boosts Russell Bedford in UK & Ireland.
Singapore retains second place in 2019 World Bank Doing Business Report ranking
June 2019
Russell Bedford Singapore member once again assists the World Bank in its annual Doing Business project.
China among Top 10 global improvers in 2019 World Bank Doing Business Report
June 2019
Russell Bedford International firm in Beijing has again assisted the World Bank in its annual Doing Business project.
Russell Bedford appoints new member in Tokyo
May 2019
Expansion into Japan supports strengthening position in Asia-Pacific.
Russell Bedford appoints joint members in Cali, Colombia
April 2019
Addition of members in Cali ensures Russell Bedford is now covered in all four major cities of Colombia.
Russell Bedford leaps to 17th place in IAB world ranking of global networks
February 2019
Russell Bedford ranked 17th place among international global accounting networks by IAB.
Russell Bedford announces continued growth in Africa with firm in Uganda
February 2019
Russell Bedford strengthens network presence in Africa with appointment of Ugandan firm TMK & Co.
Russell Bedford's Stuttgart / Freiburg member merges
January 2019
Tax consultancy and auditing company joins Russell Bedford's Stuttgart / Freiburg member.
4th new firm for 2019 recruited in only the second week of the New Year!
January 2019
Dutch presence enhanced with another new accounting, tax and consulting firm.
A flying start to 2019 with announcement of third new member in first week
January 2019
The network announces further growth in Southeast Europe and Latin America.
MFA Consultores in Uruguay becomes full member
January 2019
Presence strengthened in Latin America with MFA Consultores added to network membership in Uruguay.
Incredible year ends on a fabulous high with recruitment of new member in Chicago
December 2018
Growth in North America with the addition of new firm in Illinois, USA; Cray, Kaiser Ltd.
Russell Bedford announces new member firm in Tbilisi
December 2018
Georgian firm, Akhvlediani, boosts growth of Russell Bedford’s international network.
Russell Bedford supports World Bank 'Doing Business' for tenth consecutive year
November 2018
Almost forty Russell Bedford firms contribute to World Bank Doing Business 2019, which found that reforms are taking place where they are most needed around the globe.
Russell Bedford appoints new firms in Brazil and Peru
November 2018
Global tax and accounting presence strengthens in Latin America with two new members.
KDLT joins Russell Bedford as its first member firm in St. Vincent
August 2018
Global accounting network announces new member in the Caribbean.
Russell Bedford appoints new member in Bangladesh
August 2018
Global tax and accounting network expands presence in South Asia with first full member firm in Dhaka.
Assure Consulting W.L.L. joins Russell Bedford in Bahrain
July 2018
Global tax and accounting network strengthens its position in the Middle East by adding a member firm in Bahrain.
Successes in helping businesses expand globally
July 2018
Revenue from work referred between firms increases by an incredible 35%.
Asia Tour 2018
June 2018
Russell Bedford CEO, Stephen Hamlet, has been visiting Asian member firms over the past month.
Saward Dawson announces appointment of a new partner
June 2018
Matthew Stokes appointed as a new partner of Saward Dawson, member firm of Russell Bedford International.
Sarmiento & Asociados joins Russell Bedford as new member in Honduras
June 2018
Multi-discipline firm boosts global accounting network’s growing presence in Latin America.
JKLC joins Russell Bedford as new member firm in Lagos
May 2018
Global accounting network expands presence in Africa.
Russell Bedford recruits four new members in Africa and the Middle East
May 2018
Global tax and accounting network Russell Bedford International has announced the appointment of four new firms.
Kasegenya & Co. joins Russell Bedford as first full member in Tanzania
May 2018
New firm boosts global tax and accounting network's representation in Africa.
Benny Herman Joins Williams Benator & Libby, LLP as Assurance Senior Manager
May 2018
The partners of Williams Benator & Libby, LLP (WBL) are pleased to announce that Leroy “Benny” Herman, Jr. has joined the firm’s Assurance Services department as a senior manager.
Matrix Oman joins Russell Bedford International
April 2018
Global tax and accounting network expands coverage in the Middle East.
Russell Bedford names Ashwin Brothers as new member firm in Nairobi
March 2018
Global tax and accounting network expands coverage with new firm in Kenya.
Russell Bedford: Taking you further
March 2018
Russell Bedford announces rebrand with new modern image...taking you further
Russell Bedford: Network development in Canada
March 2018
Russell Bedford continues efforts for network development in North America
Just released: Business World March 2018
March 2018
Latest edition of the Russell Bedford International Business World magazine available now
FRTG Group receives Germany's Best Auditors award
March 2018
Manager Magazin recognises Russell Bedford’s Düsseldorf member firm in 2018 business awards
2018 conference season kicks off in Houston
February 2018
Americas Conference and COIBE Meeting 2018
Russell Bedford gains six new members in under a month
January 2018
Massive network growth for professional services group in final quarter of 2017
Karma & Associés joins Russell Bedford as first full member in Tunis
December 2017
New firm boosts global tax and accounting network's representation in Maghreb region
Russell Bedford London firm continues to expand its growing team
December 2017
Lubbock Fine appoints Aidan Meade, Carmel McLoughney and Matt Spencer in support of continuous growth plan
Russell Bedford continues expansion with three new firms in Hungary, Serbia and Tunisia
December 2017
New members in Budapest, Belgrade and Tunis give further boost to professional services group's global coverage
Ukraine up 42 places in this year's World Bank Paying Taxes survey
November 2017
Russell Bedford International member firm Russell Bedford RCG, Kyiv, has again assisted the World Bank in researching its annual Doing Business project
Russell Bedford International listed 7th largest network in Russia
November 2017
Global tax and accounting network sees significant growth in Russia
El Salvador the stand-out tax reformer in this year's World Bank Doing Business report
November 2017
This year's report, Doing Business 2018: Reforming to Create Jobs, shows El Salvador to be the world's best performer in terms of improvements to its tax regime, up a staggering 105 places
World Bank 2018 Doing Business report cites India as the world's most improved business environment
November 2017
India up 30 places in the overall Ease of Doing Business rankings reaching the top 100 for the first time
Italy the best performing OECD economy in this year's World Bank Paying Taxes survey
November 2017
This year's report, Doing Business 2018: Reforming to Create Jobs, shows Italy to have the most improved tax environment of the OECD economies, up 14 places from 126 to 112
Vietnam up a staggering 81 places in this year's World Bank Paying Taxes survey
November 2017
Russell Bedford International member firm Russell Bedford KTC, Hanoi, has again assisted the World Bank in researching its annual Doing Business project
Russell Bedford firms contribute to World Bank Doing Business report 2018
November 2017
Forty seven member firms of the Russell Bedford International accounting network have again supported the World Bank in compiling the 15th edition of its annual World Bank Doing Business Report's Paying Taxes survey
All roads lead to Rome - Past, present and future
October 2017
Russell Bedford 34th Annual Conference
Russell Bedford jumps into Top 10 of networks in Mexico
September 2017
Russell Bedford Mexico ranked 10th by International Accounting Bulletin
Steven Tan Russell Bedford appoints two new partners
September 2017
Eugene YIO and KI Lian Heng join Singapore member firm's senior management team
New IRS global compliance initiatives - impacting US businesses, and beyond
September 2017
Data-driven, global initiatives appear to have a new and unprecedented focus on the mid-market
Idea Asesores increases Russell Bedford presence in Spain
September 2017
New Málaga firm is the second Spanish member to join the network in 2017
Forero Gordón & Asociados joins Russell Bedford as first full member in Panama
August 2017
Global tax and accounting network strengthens its position in Latin America with new member in Panama City
Just released: Business World September 2017
August 2017
Latest edition of the Russell Bedford International Business World magazine available now
IAS Consulting Group joins Russell Bedford in Russia
August 2017
Consulting firm boosts network representation with principal office in Moscow as well as offices in St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Pervouralsk and Tver
Recently appointed Russell Bedford CEO visits St Petersburg firm
July 2017
Stephen Hamlet meets ASB Audit Company's management team in Russia
A.G. Consultores joins Russell Bedford in Madrid, Spain
June 2017
New firm boosts global tax and accounting network's representation in Spanish capital
Rzeczpospolita names Russell Bedford Poland as one of Top 20 tax advisory firms
June 2017
2017 national survey ranks Russell Bedford firm 18th by fee income
SMP Compliance Academy and Shopworks sign strategic partnership
June 2017
Improved compliance and regulatory training in retail gambling operators
SMP Partners Group looks forward to further growth in the Caribbean
June 2017
Growth expected following completion of the acquisition of Royal Bank of Canada's (RBC) trust business
Meeting of minds in ancient Athens
May 2017
International Tax & European Conference 2017
Visit to Russell Bedford member firm Action Auditing
May 2017
New Russell Bedford CEO, Stephen Hamlet, and chairman, Bill Rucci, visit host member firm ahead of the International Tax & European Conference 2017 in Athens
Russell Bedford International announces new CEO
April 2017
Stephen Hamlet joins as new Chief Executive Officer on retirement of Alan Bezzant
Bologna member forms alliance with investment banking firm
April 2017
Magagnoli & Associati links with Emintad Italy to offer corporate finance support to SMEs
Russell Bedford names Camphin Boston as new member firm in Sydney, NSW
March 2017
New, larger Sydney firm boosts global accounting network's growing Australian presence
Russell Bedford publishes March 2017 edition of Business World magazine
March 2017
New edition of Business World available now
Russell Bedford Poland ranked in top five big tax advisers
March 2017
Business newspaper DGP names Russell Bedford Poland as one of the country's top firms in 2017
Russell Bedford firm Cooney Carey appoints new audit partner
March 2017
Will Townsend joins Dublin accounting firm's senior management team
Russell Bedford selects El Maguiri & Associés as Casablanca firm
March 2017
Global network boosts EMEA coverage, appointing first full member firm in Morocco
Country-by-country reporting: all change in the EU?
March 2017
A recent Draft Report from the European Parliament appears to introduce swingeing amendments to the European Commission's previous proposals on CbC reporting.
Casco & Asociados joins Russell Bedford as new firm in Asunción
January 2017
Russell Bedford boosts its Latin American network, appointing first full member firm in Paraguay
Russell Bedford appoints its first firm in Adelaide
January 2017
Lee Green & Co joins an expanding national and international professional services network
KBT Group expands Russell Bedford presence in Switzerland
January 2017
Russell Bedford greatly boosts its coverage in Switzerland as the five offices of KBT Treuhand AG join existing firms in Geneva and Lugano
Russell Bedford firm Saward Dawson appoints new audit partner
December 2016
Jeff Tulk joins expanding Melbourne accounting firm's management team
Russell Bedford Mohamed Al Hashmi aims for growth in the Gulf
December 2016
Joint venture will allow expansion of operations into mainland Dubai
World Bank report shows increased reform impetus throughout Latin America
December 2016
The latest World Bank Doing Business report shows an increased rate of regulatory reform throughout Latin America, with countries in the region having implemented a total 32 reforms over the past 12 months - a 50% increase on last year
Eastern Europe heads OECD reform drive in 2017 World Bank report
November 2016
The World Bank's Doing Business 2017: Equal Opportunities for All report shows Eastern Europe leading reform among OECD high-income countries, with the Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland among the most proactive reformers over the past year
Hong Kong ranked 4th-best business location in latest World Bank Doing Business report
November 2016
The city is also ranked among the world's top-five business destinations in five of the report's ten key criteria, as well as retaining its position as a top-three tax centre
Qatar retains its first-place ranking as one of the world's most tax-friendly jurisdictions
November 2016
Ranked joint-first with the UAE in the 2017 World Bank Doing Business report, the country also shows a radical improvement in the ease of starting a business, up 21 places on its ranking last year
Singapore loses first-place ranking in 2017 Doing Business report
November 2016
The latest World Bank Doing Business report contains a major surprise with Singapore knocked off the top spot by New Zealand. But with the country showing an improved performance in four key areas, what is the explanation for Singapore's lower ranking?
Spain shows improved performance in 2017 Doing Business rankings
November 2016
Up one place in the latest World Bank Doing Business rankings of the world’s most attractive jurisdictions, Spain has shown a marked improvement in several key areas – including tax compliance, contract enforcement and resolving insolvency
Ireland now one of the top-five tax destinations in the world
November 2016
The latest World Bank Doing Business report sees the country in fifth place among the world’s most tax-friendly jurisdictions, as well as becoming a top-10 destination for starting a business
Kuwait retains its sixth-place ranking as one of the world's best tax environments
November 2016
As well as recording a consistently good performance on tax, the country is also ranked in 10th place among all Middle East and North African (MENA) countries for ease of doing business
UK now one of the top-10 tax destinations in the world
November 2016
The latest World Bank Doing Business report sees the UK ranked the world's 10th most attractive tax destination, up one place on last year. The country is also ranked in seventh place for overall ease of doing business, ahead of other major economies including the United States and Germany
New, larger Paris firm boosts Russell Bedford France
November 2016
Appointment of Saint-Honoré Partenaires as Russell Bedford’s new Paris member is a big step forward in the development of a French national accounting firm network
Une nouvelle et majeure firme parisienne stimule Russell Bedford France
November 2016
La désignation de Saint-Honoré Partenaires en qualité de nouveau membre parisien de Russell Bedford est une étape importante dans le développement d’un réseau national de cabinets d’audit et d’expertise comptable en France.
Russell Bedford supports compilation of 2017 World Bank Doing Business report
October 2016
Russell Bedford member firms have again helped compile tax data for the latest World Bank Doing Business report. 'Doing Business 2017: Equal Opportunities for All' marks a major departure from previous years by examining economic gender discrimination - and its impacts - for the first time.
New board appointments at Russell Bedford International
October 2016
Managing partners from firms in Ireland, Australia and Puerto Rico begin three-year terms as regional directors
Major non-profit wins for Russell Bedford member firm Tait Weller
September 2016
Russell Bedford member firm Tait Weller has won a series of major audit contracts for leading US humanitarian aid organisations in recent months.
Brexit - what next?
September 2016
While the predictions of Project Fear appear, thus far, to have been overstated, the UK's Brexit vote has created an atmosphere of uncertainty for businesses worldwide. What are likely to be the key issues, going forward? And what steps should businesses be taking now?
Russell Bedford member TCA expands into Angola
September 2016
Lisbon member firm announces launch of Luanda-based associated practice RBA
Russell Bedford Atlanta firm on Top 100 list for 4th consecutive year
September 2016
Firm's employees say Williams Benator & Libby is one of the Best Accounting Firms to Work For in USA
Russell Bedford welcomes Certified Auditors as member in Amman, Jordan
August 2016
Audit and consulting group Certified Auditors / SARH International boosts network's presence in the Middle East
Russell Bedford appoints KBBS as member in Mauritius
July 2016
Kross Border Business Solutions confirmed as member of Russell Bedford global accounting network in Mauritius
Russell Bedford expands Swiss presence with firm in Lugano
July 2016
Accounting, tax and consulting practice, Revigeco SA, joins Russell Bedford global accounting network
Vali & Co. becomes full member of Russell Bedford network
July 2016
Russell Bedford strengthens network in Africa with the promotion of Vali & Co., Zimbabwe, to network membership
UK EU referendum: doing business in a post-Brexit world
June 2016
Britain's vote to leave the EU has left politicians and markets reeling. But while the new political order undoubtedly presents challenges, those businesses most likely to weather the storm will be those with the flexibility to adapt to it. And for these, the new economic order could promise opportunities in the longer term.
Russell Bedford member firm launches SMP eGaming
June 2016
Isle of Man firm, SMP Partners, announces the launch of a dedicated eGaming consultancy
Russell Bedford publishes March 2016 edition of Business World magazine
March 2016
Russell Bedford has recently released the March 2016 edition of its regular Business World magazine, a publication aimed primarily at owners and managers of small and medium-sized enterprises.
Russell Bedford again ranked among top 20 networks by IAB
February 2016
Global accounting network retains 17th place in International Accounting Bulletin 2016 World Survey
Russell Bedford welcomes K.J. Westerberg & Co as a member firm in Tampere, Finland
February 2016
Leading outsourced accounting provider Tilitoimisto K.J. Westerberg & Co joins Russell Bedford global accounting network as second member in Finland
Addition of Düsseldorf-based FRTG Group is major boost for Russell Bedford
February 2016
Rhineland audit and tax group, FRTG, joins Russell Bedford's fast-growing network in Germany
Russell Bedford expands in Netherlands with Apeldoorn firm
January 2016
Boon Accountants & Belastingadviseurs joins Russell Bedford global audit and consulting network as second member in the Netherlands
Australia: New incentives reward investment in innovation
January 2016
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull's newly announced National Innovation and Science Agenda promises tax concessions, an easier environment for corporate restructuring, and new opportunities in equity crowdfunding
Ireland holds onto 4th place in Forbes Best Countries for Business 2015
December 2015
The Forbes Best Countries for Business survey has again ranked the Republic of Ireland among the best business environments in the world, in fourth place.
Russell Bedford Atlanta member names new partner
December 2015
Petra Orquiola is promoted to partner at Williams Benator & Libby
World Bank Doing Business survey: showing the full story on Belgium?
December 2015
The latest World Bank Doing Business survey shows Belgium down in rankings for ease of doing business and the overall tax environment. But is this the full picture, and does the report’s ‘top-level’ approach hide some positive initiatives for entrepreneurs?
Russell Bedford expands German coverage with new firm in Halle Westfalen
December 2015
Tomik + Partner mbB Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft Steuerberatungsgesellschaft joins global accounting network as member in Halle Westfalen / Osnabrück / Bielefeld / Gütersloh area
Ireland: Revamped Credit Guarantee Scheme offers greater flexibility and easier access for Irish SMEs
December 2015
Greater flexibility to be introduced to Ireland’s Credit Guarantee Scheme from February 2016 should deliver new options for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) denied access to bank finance
World Bank Doing Business survey: Egypt down five places – but is this the full story?
December 2015
The latest World Bank Doing Business survey shows Egypt down five places in rankings for both ease of doing business, and for the country’s tax environment. But is this the result of an excessive compliance burden, arising from an absence of online filing facilities?
Latest World Bank Doing Business report – the full picture on Greece?
December 2015
The newly published World Bank Doing Business survey shows Greece down two places in terms of the country’s ease of doing business. But with major reforms on the horizon, does this report do the country justice?
Hong Kong: Fifty per cent cut in corporate profits tax for standalone corporate treasury centres
December 2015
Newly enacted legislation means qualifying standalone corporate treasury centres (CTCs) will benefit from a 8.25% concessionary profits tax rate, as well as enhanced interest deduction rules on intra-group financing
Businesses in Ukraine face one of the most challenging tax environments in the world
December 2015
New World Bank Doing Business Report shows businesses in Ukraine are spending an average 350 hours per year on managing their tax compliance: almost double the OECD average
Improving tax environment helps Indonesia move up latest World Bank rankings
November 2015
The new World Bank Doing Business Report shows Indonesia up 11 places in terms of overall ease of doing business, and up 12 places in terms of the country’s tax environment
SMP Partners to extend its reach to the Caribbean
November 2015
Russell Bedford Isle of Man firm announces planned acquisition to add offices in Cayman Islands, Bahamas and Barbados
World Bank survey points to major improvements in Mexico’s tax environment
November 2015
The 2016 World Bank Doing Business report shows Mexico up four places to 38th place in terms of the best countries in which to do business, and up 11 places to join the top 100 tax environments worldwide
Riqueza Capital Group becomes full member of Russell Bedford network
November 2015
International professional services group Russell Bedford has announced strengthening of its representation in Ukraine as Riqueza Capital Group is appointed as the member firm in the capital city Kiev (Kyiv)
Russell Bedford supports World Bank Doing Business report for seventh consecutive year
November 2015
While emerging markets continue to drive the reform process, the benefits of online filing remain heavily concentrated in developed economies
Partner in Russell Bedford firm appointed as Vice President of ICPAI
October 2015
Eli Goldstein, CPA, partner in Raveh Ravid & Co., has been made Vice President of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants in Israel (ICPAI)
Russell Bedford firm Kab to merge with Stolp
October 2015
Kab West to double in size following merger with Stolp Adviseurs en Accountants on 1 January 2016
Russell Bedford adds new Philippine firm to network
September 2015
Russell Bedford has strengthened its presence in the South East Asia region with the appointment of Uy Singson Abella & Co. as the international accounting network's new member firm in Metro Manila, Philippines
Russell Bedford adds Nantes member to network in France
September 2015
Russell Bedford adds Nantes member to network in France
Russell Bedford publishes September 2015 edition of Business World magazine
August 2015
Business World is available through the publications section of the Russell Bedford International website
Revision København, Denmark is latest addition to Russell Bedford network
August 2015
Global professional services group Russell Bedford International has boosted its presence in the Scandinavian region with the addition of Revision København I/S, Denmark, which joins alongside other Russell Bedford firms in Sweden, Finland and Norway
Russell Bedford firm SMP Partners announces launch of FATCA and CRS reporting tool
July 2015
A Secure On-line Reporting System which provides a cost-effective method for financial institutions’ FATCA and Common Reporting Standard (CRS) reporting requirements has been successfully deployed
Russell Bedford names ASB as its first St Petersburg member firm
July 2015
Global professional services group Russell Bedford has announced the further expansion of its network in Eastern Europe with the addition of St Petersburg-based ASB Audit Company as the member firm in north-west Russia
Proposed tax changes: What impact for UK resident non-domiciles?
April 2015
Russell Bedford Isle of Man firm SMP Group comments on Labour’s plan to abolish non-domicile rules
Russell Bedford publishes March 2015 edition of Business World magazine
March 2015
The Russell Bedford accounting network has published the March 2015 edition (Issue no. 10) of its twice-yearly Business World magazine, a publication aimed primarily at owners and managers of small and medium-sized enterprises
Russell Bedford welcomes its first member in the Basque Country, Spain
March 2015
Russell Bedford, the global network of independent accounting and audit firms, has confirmed the appointment of AGEM Consultores y Auditores, S.L. as the member firm in the autonomous Basque Country on the north coast of Spain
Russell Bedford Toronto firm names new managing partner
January 2015
Marshall Egelnick has been named as the new managing partner of Russell Bedford's Toronto member firm, Kestenberg Rabinowicz Partners LLP (KRP)
Boutros, Saghir & Associates becomes full member of Russell Bedford network
January 2015
Beirut-based professional services firm Boutros, Saghir & Associates (BSA) has been upgraded to full membership of the Russell Bedford global accounting network
Philadelphia CPA firm Tait Weller joins Russell Bedford International
November 2014
Global professional services group Russell Bedford International has announced the addition of another member firm to its growing North American network, with Tait, Weller & Baker LLP (Tait Weller) Certified Public Accountants joining as the Philadelphia member firm.