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SMALL BUSINESSES Inflation: how are companies adapting? According to INSEE, inflation is set to rise to +4.9% in 2023, after +5.2% in 2022 and +1.6% in 2021, an increase that is weighing on business activity.
VSE/SME France Travail Pro: a new service to speed up recruitment for VSEs and SMEs VSEs and SMEs can use France Travail Pro to get personalized help when they want to speed up their recruitment.
SMALL BUSINESSES Cybermois: an event to raise awareness of cybersecurity In 2024, Cybermois returns with a host of cybersecurity activities and resources.
VSE/SME Data protection: Publication of an RGPD guide for VSEs/SMEs The European Data Protection Committee (EDPS) recently published an RGPD guide specifically designed for VSEs/SMEs.
VSE/SME CSE: employees must have access to benefits as soon as they join the company The social and economic committee (CSE) can no longer restrict access to social and cultural activities to employees with a certain length of service.
VSE/SME Micro-entrepreneurs: still a few days to opt for the flat-rate payment at source Are you a micro-entrepreneur? You have until September 30 to opt for the lump-sum payment at source.
VSE/SME Can an SCI building be made available to a partner free of charge? Can a manager dispose of an SCI building free of charge? The French Supreme Court recently answered this question.
VSE/SME Clarification of the "Jeune entreprise de croissance" status The French Finance Act for 2024 introduced a new category of company called "Jeune entreprise de croissance", a status that allows companies to claim advantages...
VSEs/SMEs Unfitness for work: the imprescriptibility of the employer's breach of the employer's safety obligation The statute of limitations for the employer's breach of its safety obligation does not prevent the employee from contesting his dismissal for incapacity.
VSE/SME Late payment: penalties and statutory interest cannot be combined In a ruling handed down on April 24, 2024, the French Supreme Court (Cour de cassation) ruled that late payment penalties and statutory interest cannot be combined.
VSE/SME SensCyber: a program to help your SMB protect itself against cyber attacks Cybermalveillance.gouv.fr has launched SensCyber, a new service designed to raise awareness of cybersecurity among SMEs.
VSE/SME Cybermalveillance.gouv.fr report on cyberattacks in 2023 In 2023, the IT threat level in France continued to rise.
VSE/SME Payment delays on the rise again Since last year, payment delays have once again threatened small businesses. The French government is planning to strengthen its control tools.
SMALL BUSINESSES Company and group size thresholds upgraded The decree of February 28, 2024 upgrades the thresholds defining the size of a company and a group.
SMALL BUSINESSES Electricity buffer extended for businesses in 2024 The electricity buffer to support SMEs and local authorities will be extended under certain conditions this year.
VSE/SME GNR, payment deadlines: new support measures for construction companies Bruno Le Maire has announced a number of support measures for the construction and public works sector, notably concerning non-road diesel fuel.
VSE/SME Call for entries for the "Grande Exposition du Fabriqué en France The 4th edition of the Grande Exposition du Fabriqué en France will take place at the end of June.
SMES SMEs: export assistance simplified and extended The French government has announced a series of new measures designed to help companies expand their business abroad.
VSE/SME Administrative simplification: initial results of consultation with entrepreneurs The French Minister of the Economy recently unveiled the first results of the public consultation on administrative simplification.
VSE/SME Crisis recovery procedure extended for 2 years The crisis exit treatment procedure, initially introduced by the law of May 31, 2021 for small businesses in difficulty, has been renewed...
VSE/SME A job seeker does not benefit from the presumption of inexcusable fault on the part of the employer. The presumption of inexcusable fault cannot be used during a workplace assessment.
VSE/SME Companies with fewer than 11 employees have until December 31 to opt for quarterly payment of social security contributions. In principle, social security contributions are deducted on the 5th or 20th of each month. However, it is possible to opt for quarterly payment.
VSE/SME Declare your extra-financial performance with the CSR Portal Launched in 2021, the CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) Portal helps companies declare their extra-financial performance.
SMALL BUSINESSES Corporate value-sharing schemes simplified and generalized Promulgated on November 29, the law on the sharing of added value provides for a number of changes, including the long-term transformation of the value-sharing...
VSE/SME Mission Transition Écologique: the new platform designed to help VSEs and SMEs in their approach The "Mission Transition Écologique" platform is designed to help VSEs and SMEs access the most appropriate assistance for their situation.
VSE/SME Sale of a business: no automatic transfer of receivables to the buyer In the absence of an express clause to the contrary, the sale of a business does not automatically entail the transfer to the buyer of the seller's obligations, nor of the buyer's...
VSE/SME Ecological transition for VSEs and SMEs: aid schemes deemed too complex While there are currently 340 eco-transition aids available to businesses, it can be difficult for them to access them easily.
VSE/SME The multiple activities of VSEs when it comes to capital gains tax exemption A small business can benefit from a capital gains exemption on the sale of an asset, but only under certain conditions. In a recent dispute, the Conseil d'Etat had to intervene...
Accelerate the growth of your business with the ETIncelles program The French government is launching ETIncelles to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with high potential in their development, and enable them to become intermediate-sized companies (ETIs).
Accidentsat work and occupational diseases: deadline for registration for the AT/MP account on 11 December Mandatory for any company covered by the general scheme, regardless of its workforce, registration for the AT/MP account must be done before 11 December.
SMALL BUSINESSES Very small businesses benefit from the monumental Grand Paris Express construction site The law creating the Grand Paris Express was passed in June 2010. To support this project, the French government is relying in particular on very small businesses.
SMES SMEs lag behind in digital transformation France Num has presented the results of the 4th edition of its annual Barometer. The study shows that SMEs are lagging behind in terms of digital...
VSE/SME An Urssaf inspection may be deemed irregular The Urssaf can have a tax reassessment annulled by a judge if certain procedures are not rigorously respected, as recently happened to a company.
VSE/SME The right to protection of personal data is not absolute The right to protection of personal data is not absolute, says the French Supreme Court in a recent ruling. Let's decipher this decision.
VSE/SME Ma TPE gagne avec le numérique" training course, registration deadline October 22 The Île-de-France DRIEETS and France Num are offering a free training course for VSE managers, entitled "Ma TPE gagne avec le numérique" ("My VSE wins with digital").
VSE/SME Two more years for Mission France Recouvrement On September 12, a decree was issued to extend Mission France Recouvrement until the end of 2025, thus offering two more years for its...
VSE/SME A company is liable if its legal representative commits an offence. In order for a company to be held criminally liable, the offence must have been committed by its legal representative on behalf of the company.
VSE/SME Sale of shares: partners, even minority shareholders, are jointly and severally liable to the purchaser In the event of a sale of shares, all associates are jointly and severally liable to the purchaser.
VSE/SME Payment delays lengthen for very small businesses In the first half of 2023, very small businesses are facing longer payment delays, as revealed by a study published in September.
VSE/SME France Num barometer: VSEs and SMEs reassess their confidence in digital transformation As it does every year, France Num has published the results of its barometer, the aim of which is to present changes in the digital perceptions and uses of...
SMALL BUSINESSES Reindustrialization boosts construction sector Penalized by the crisis in housing construction, the building sector is benefiting from France's industrial development.
VSE/SME Despite obstacles, business relocations on the rise in France Business relocations are set to rise sharply in France in 2023, with many SMEs and ETIs deciding to completely overhaul their business model.
VSE/SME The "Osez l'export" (Dare to export) plan to support French companies in their quest for international success The French government has unveiled a brand new plan to support French companies in their quest for international success.
VSE/SME The Conseil d'Etat clarifies the notion of commercial aid deductible from taxable profit Aid granted to a company by another company is not in principle deductible from its taxable profit, unless it is of a commercial nature.
VSE/SME Micro-entrepreneurs: option to opt for lump-sum payment until September 30 Active micro-entrepreneurs have until September 30, 2023 to opt for the lump-sum payment at source.
SMALL BUSINESSES Tax authorities have the right to check the existence and amount of tax loss carryforwards from statute-barred years. The tax authorities have the right to verify the existence and amount of losses carried forward from previous tax years for which the statute of limitations has expired.
VSE/SME Small communications agencies: malfunctions observed in local authority tenders Local authorities issue invitations to tender that pose challenges for small communications agencies, placing them in tricky situations.
VSE/SME Tax integrated group: the information letter sent to the parent company does not require hierarchical approval The Conseil d'Etat recently ruled on two obligations incumbent on the tax authorities when a member of a fiscally integrated group is subject to an accounting audit.
VSE/SME VAT group: opt in before October 31 to benefit from its advantages Since January 1, a new VAT tax regime has been in force: the VAT group. What does it involve? Which companies are concerned?
SMALL BUSINESSES A company's inaction may constitute opposition to a tax audit In a decision handed down on June 9, 2022, the Nancy administrative court of appeal ruled that a company's inaction could lead to opposition to a tax audit, which...
VSE/SME Labour market: employers back in control of employees Business owners are finding it less difficult to hire staff this year. This should have an impact on wage negotiations.
VSE/SME Allocation of the balance of the taxe d'apprentissage possible since August 28 The balance of the taxe d'apprentissage (apprenticeship tax) can now be allocated to the relevant establishments and training courses via the SOLTéA platform.
VSE/SME Risks in the workplace: focus on the "Captage fumées de diesel" prevention subsidy To protect the health of their employees, certain companies can benefit from the "Captage fumées de diesel" prevention subsidy.
VSE/SME AI use on the rise in companies with over 10 employees A survey conducted by Pôle emploi shows that over a third of establishments with 10 or more employees are using Artificial Intelligence (AI).
VSE/SME Principal residence and judicial liquidation: the burden of proof lies with the entrepreneur In a recent ruling, the French Supreme Court (Cour de cassation) specifies that in order to oppose the compulsory sale of a property, the entrepreneur must provide proof that it is his...
VSE/SME Tax reassessment of an SME: what is the deadline for responding in the event of a dispute? Following an audit of a company's accounts, the tax authorities may apply a tax reassessment procedure.
SMES IA Booster France 2030: supporting the adoption of AI by SMEs and ETIs The IA Booster France 2030 program aims to support SMEs and ETIs in implementing AI solutions to enrich their offerings and modernize...
SMALL BUSINESSES Variation in commercial lease rents frozen at 3.5% year-on-year While inflation remains high, the 3.5% rent increase freeze for households and SMEs has been extended...
VSE/SME France Num, a program to support the digital transformation of businesses France Num is an online platform designed to support small and medium-sized French businesses in their digital transformation.
VSE/SME Declining access to credit for VSEs: SDI proposes 3 solutions to reverse the situation Households are not the only ones having difficulty financing their projects. The bank credit acceptance rate for very small businesses has been falling since last year.
SMES Payment terms for SMEs continue to fall The latest report from the Observatoire des délais de paiement shows that, in 2022, payment times have started to fall again, despite supply tensions and the return of...
SMALL BUSINESSES Tax support service for SMEs extended to 36 new départements The General Directorate of Public Finances recently announced the extension of the tax support service for small and medium-sized businesses to 36 new départements.
VERY SMALL BUSINESSES Which companies are affected by the transmission of payment data? The future obligation for companies to receive and issue electronic invoices will be accompanied, from 2024, by the obligation to also transmit their payment data on all electronic...
VSE/SME Cash flow difficulties for very small businesses Against a backdrop of high inflation, the cash position of very small businesses continues to deteriorate. Nevertheless, managers remain optimistic.
VSE/SME Corporation tax: next payment due on June 15 Companies subject to corporation tax (IS) have until June 15 to make their quarterly advance payments.
VSE/SME Mergers & Acquisitions: SME purchase prices on the decline Against a backdrop of inflation and rising interest rates, the price of SMEs in the eurozone has fallen sharply.
VSE/SME Customer-oriented accounting Accounting is constantly adapting to changing times. Not only does it have to modernize, but there's an emerging trend to take into account the needs of...
VSE/SME CSRD: a mandatory CSR approach for SMEs from 2024 onwards The European CSRD directive will soon oblige more companies to provide extra-financial sustainability reporting, progressively from January 1, 2024.
VSE/SME VSE/SMEs remain concerned about repayment of their EMPs Despite the easing of repayment conditions for state-guaranteed loans, business leaders fear they may find themselves in financial difficulty.
SMALL BUSINESSES Import/export: towards a single EORI SIREN number Companies carrying out import/export operations must have an EORI number. Since April 5, 2023, this unique Community number can be based on the SIREN.
VSE/SME Damage caused by an equipment rental company on a worksite: who is liable? The contractual liability of a construction company cannot be engaged when the damage is caused by the company to which it has rented equipment.
VSE/SME The "guichet d'aide au paiement des factures de gaz et d'électricité de mars et avril" is open until August 31. The "guichet d'aide au paiement des factures d'énergie" for the submission of applications for the months of March and April is now open.
VSE/SME Bank financing for SMEs slows down According to the banks, SMEs will use less and less bank financing in 2023.
VSE/SME Tax audit: when to contact the departmental contact? In the event of difficulty during and/or after a tax audit, the taxpayer can contact the auditor's line manager and the departmental contact.
VSE/SME Electricity buffer and tariff shield: submission of eligibility certificate postponed Businesses eligible for the electricity buffer or the tariff shield have until June 30, 2023 to send their supplier a certificate of eligibility for one of these two...
VSE/SME Office design for greater productivity at work Business leaders have every interest in designing comfortable, functional workspaces to attract new recruits and retain staff.
VSE/SME Construction companies: how to stand out from the competition in 2023? Construction companies have a bright future ahead of them, but they need to know how to make the most of it and attract customers.
VSE/SME Deployment of electronic invoicing: sign up for the pilot phase to test the system As part of the general roll-out of electronic invoicing, the French administration is launching a pilot phase and a call for applications to test the system between January and June...
SMALL BUSINESSES "Baisse les Watts" helps very small businesses reduce their energy bills for free Launched in November 2022, the "Baisse les Watts" program aims to support VSE/SMEs in controlling their energy consumption.
VSE/SME GDP growth forecasts revised upwards In its latest monthly survey, the Banque de France forecasts French GDP growth of 0.2% in Q1 2023.
VSE/SME Acts or deliberations of a shareholders' meeting contrary to the articles of association of an SAS may be annulled Extra-statutory deeds that do not comply with SAS bylaws may be annulled.
VSE/SME Temporary goodwill depreciation scheme The Finance Act 2022 introduced a temporary measure aimed at stimulating the economy after the Covid crisis, which allows tax deductions for the depreciation of goodwill...
VSE/SME What level of information should be given to companies during a tax audit of computerized accounting systems? The Conseil d'Etat has issued new clarifications concerning the level of information to be given to a company in the event of a tax audit of computerized accounting.
SMALL BUSINESSES Small businesses: streamlined accounting obligations Whatever their legal form, small businesses must comply with certain accounting rules.
VSE/SME Capital losses: a more flexible adjustment procedure The adjustment procedure applicable to companies whose shareholders' equity has fallen below half their share capital has recently been made more flexible.
VSE/SME In the event of cessation of activity, the collective bargaining agreement does not apply According to the Conseil d'Etat, a collective bargaining agreement cannot be concluded in a context of economic difficulties for the company, or in other situations listed in the French Employment Code....
VSE/SME Schemes to help very small businesses pay their energy bills 2023 Since the war in Ukraine and the ensuing sharp rise in gas and electricity prices, very small businesses have been able to benefit from a number of...
VSE/SME Company car tax: what to expect in 2023? Company car tax (TVS) is now split in two. Its calculation is based on daily rather than quarterly use.
SMES The return of the tax credit for energy renovation work by SMEs The Finance Act for 2023 has reinstated the tax credit for energy renovation expenditure on buildings incurred by VSEs/SMEs in 2023-2024.
VSE/SME Cyber attack on a company: compensation conditional on filing a complaint With hacking and malicious acts on the increase in recent years, the cyber insurance framework is evolving.
VSE/SME How can I develop my company's CSR? Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is more than ever at the heart of the news. Those who neglect or ignore it have much to gain.
VSE/SME A joint and several business lease for micro-businesses An ordinance dated February 8, 2023 has just introduced a joint and several real business lease for micro-entrepreneurs.
VSE/SME How to account for expense claims An expense report is a document that covers all expenses incurred by a member of staff in the course of his or her work, using his or her own funds....
VSE/SME Co-management of a SARL: the individual liability of a co-manager may be engaged The fact that a SARL is managed by several people does not mean that only one of the managers can be held individually liable.
SMES Overseas SMEs have been facing difficulties for the past 2 years Overseas SMEs are suffering from their remoteness, and have seen their cash flow impacted by various crises since the end of 2020.
VSE/SME How the war in Ukraine transformed the European energy market Since the start of the Russian-Ukrainian war a year ago, the European energy market has undergone major upheavals.
VSE/SME Business insolvencies at their highest since 2015 In one year, bankruptcies have risen by over 16% in the European Union.
VSE/SME Successful cyberattacks on businesses on the decline in 2022 The CESIN 2023 Barometer shows a decline in the number of successful cyberattacks, which now affect fewer than one in two businesses.
VSE/SME Decline in the number of RGE-certified building firms At a time when the energy renovation market is taking off, the number of RGE-qualified companies and craftsmen is falling.
VSE/SME Practical guide to the 2022 research tax credit published The French Ministry of Higher Education and Research has just published a guide to the 2022 research tax credit on its website.
VSE/SME Alternatives to the annual corporate budget Companies are trying to adapt to fast-changing markets by using alternative methods to the traditional annual budget.
SMALL BUSINESSES Electricity: MWh price capped at 280 euros in 2023 for very small businesses At a time when rising energy prices are having an impact on many businesses, the price of a megawatt-hour (MWh) has been capped at 280 euros this year for very small...
VSE/SME Unpaid invoices: beware of tax deductions for doubtful debts Tax deductions are possible in the case of doubtful debts, but beware: they may be challenged by the tax authorities.
VSE/SME Clarification from the French tax authorities on VAT liability for payments on account for the supply of goods Since January 1, VAT has been payable on advance payments for the supply of goods.
VSE/SME EMP repayment can be spread over 10 years Bruno Le Maire recently confirmed that companies that have taken out a state-guaranteed loan will be able to spread repayment over 10 years.
VSE/SME Setting up a profit-sharing scheme through a unilateral decision within the company The aim of profit-sharing is to involve employees in the success and smooth running of the company. It is optional and involves the payment of bonuses.
VSE/SME New tax measures for businesses in 2023 The Finance Act for 2023 includes new measures for businesses. Here's the lowdown.
VSE/SME Micro-entrepreneurs: how to obtain payment for unpaid invoices? Late payment, underpayment, refusal to pay... micro-entrepreneurs are not immune to unpaid invoices.
VSE/SME Business-to-business payment terms down since the end of the Covid crisis Business-to-business payment terms created a great deal of tension during the Covid-19 crisis. However, payment times now seem to have returned to normal.
VSE/SME Urssaf helps companies cope with rising energy prices Faced with the difficulties encountered by small and medium-sized businesses due to rising gas and electricity prices, Urssaf is offering assistance by granting...
VSE/SME RNE, the new platform for company registration since January 1 The National Business Register has become the single register for French companies. From now on, this organization will centralize all information concerning structures operating on the French market...
SMALL BUSINESSES CFEs replaced by the one-stop shop for business formalities As of January 1, 2023, all business start-up, modification and cessation formalities must be carried out online via the one-stop shop for business formalities (guichet unique des formalités...
VSE/SME Business formalities: one-stop-shop back-up procedure in the event of malfunctioning A decree dated December 28 sets out the terms and conditions of the emergency procedure applicable in the event of "serious operating difficulties" at the one-stop shop.
VSE/SME Plan to help VSEs and SMEs emerge from the crisis extended To help businesses cope with inflation, the government has decided to extend the business support plan introduced in June 2021.
VSE/SME PGE: less than 100 billion euros to be repaid by companies Of the 144 billion euros of PGE granted since the beginning of the health crisis, 98 billion euros remain to be repaid by companies.
SMALL BUSINESSES Threat of power cuts and gas shortages recedes In France, the threat of power cuts and gas shortages seems to be receding for the end of winter, according to RTE and GRTgaz.
VSE/SME Eurozone: growth forecasts revised upwards Economists are beginning to revise their growth forecasts for the eurozone upwards, allaying fears of recession.
VSE/SME TVS replaced by tax on CO2 emissions and tax on emissions of atmospheric pollutants In 2023, the tax on company vehicles will be abolished and replaced by two new taxes to be paid in January.
VSE/SME Annual accounts: now filed via the one-stop shop As of January 1, companies required to file their annual financial statements must now do so via the "guichet électronique des formalités des entreprises".
VSE/SME Urssaf inspection: a 3-month limit for companies with fewer than 20 employees On January 1, the measure limiting the duration of Urssaf inspections to 3 months for companies with fewer than 20 employees was made permanent.
VSE/SME Insurance: virtually no ESG products for companies French insurers offer very few ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) products for companies.
SMALL BUSINESSES Generalized carbon accounting to measure the impact of goods and services Generalized carbon accounting would make it possible to know precisely the carbon footprint of each of the goods and services marketed by companies.
VSE/SME Banks optimistic about resilient VSE/SME activity Reassured by the resilience of their businesses, banks show a certain optimism despite the fears of VSEs and SMEs for 2023.
VSE/SME Business formalities: the one-stop shop causes concern Since the beginning of the year, all procedures and formalities for setting up, modifying or cancelling a business have been carried out via a one-stop shop.
VSE/SME Purchasing managers, essential links in the midst of the supply crisis In a context marked by inflation, shortages and the energy crisis, buyers play a crucial role for companies.
VSE/SME The government wants to encourage VSEs and SMEs to share in the value created within the company. The various value-sharing schemes are struggling to win over very small businesses. The government intends to convince them.
VSE/SME What can we expect for small businesses in 2023? Faced with pressure on wages, rising energy costs and a shortage of manpower, very small businesses are likely to be penalized in 2023.
VSE/SME European gas: wholesale prices 5 times lower than in August For several weeks now, European wholesale gas prices have been falling, thanks to high inventory levels and falling demand.
VSE/SME French inflation slows to 5.9% in December Inflation slowed slightly in France last month, coming in at 5.9% year-on-year, compared with 6.2% in November.
VSE/SME Corporate profit margins eroded by inflation Corporate profit margins are down slightly on 2021, when they reached 34% of value added.
VSE/SME Business start-ups: the symbolic milestone of one million registrations will be passed in 2022 In 11 months, 980,000 businesses have been created in France. The million mark should be reached this year.
SMALL BUSINESSES From January 1, 2023, businesses, local authorities and associations will benefit from the electricity price buffer. In response to the explosion in energy prices, Bercy has announced the roll-out of the electricity buffer for consumers with business contracts.
VSE/SME Commodity prices set to soar again in 2023 After a slight dip at the end of 2020, commodity prices are set to soar again in 2023, according to analysts at Goldman Sachs.
VSE/SME Points to bear in mind for HR professionals in 2023 The role of human resources managers is constantly evolving to adapt to new trends. Let's take a look at what's in store for them in 2023.
VSE/SME Power cuts: insurers won't always compensate businesses The power cuts announced for this winter raise the question of compensation for businesses by their insurers.
SMALL BUSINESSES SMEs help local authorities cut their electricity bills Like the French, local authorities have been hard hit by rising electricity prices.
VSE/SME Invoicing: electronic invoicing, a revolution Initially perceived as an additional constraint by companies, the reform of electronic invoicing may turn out to be a good opportunity to modernize your business...
VSE/SME Building and civil engineering: solutions for zero-emission worksites? The construction and public works sector emits large quantities of greenhouse gases, and solutions for achieving carbon neutrality are costly.
VSE/SME Social security contributions: option for quarterly payment possible until December 31 Companies wishing to opt for quarterly payment of their social security contributions must inform their Urssaf or MSA office before December 31.
VSE/SME Bank credit up again for businesses Outstanding loans to businesses rose by 8.6% year-on-year, a trend that was even more marked for large companies.
SMALL BUSINESSES Terms and conditions for the implementation of power cuts in businesses The government has unveiled the conditions for implementing the power cuts that businesses may have to contend with.
VSE/SME Building and civil engineering professionals: compulsory ten-year civil liability insurance is very important The Spinetta law requires all building professionals to take out ten-year civil liability insurance. What does it actually cover?
SMALL BUSINESSES VSEs and SMEs need to speed up e-invoicing rollout The new e-invoicing reform will be phased in between July 1, 2024 and January 1, 2026.
SMALL BUSINESSES Thermal renovation of housing: craftsmen want administrative simplification The red tape involved in obtaining the RGE label is holding back the deployment of thermal renovation work.
VSE/SME Filing a tax claim possible until December 31 It is possible for a company to contest a tax claim by submitting a request to the tax department. This is known as a contentious claim.
VSE/SME Gas shortages: Europe will have to cope in the coming years While the risk of a gas shortage seems to have been averted for this winter, the coming years look very uncertain for European countries.
VSE/SME Supply of goods : VAT payable on advance payments from 2023 On January 1, VAT liability for the supply of goods will change slightly.
SMALL BUSINESSES Business gifts 2022: what taxation applies? Business gifts are commonplace, especially in the run-up to the festive season. The tax treatment of these expenses is strictly regulated.
VSE/SME Apply to SIE for a 2022 CET rebate Subject to certain conditions, you may be eligible for a rebate on the territorial economic contribution for 2022.
VSE/SME Closing the books: how to avoid an anxiety-inducing period? For most companies, the festive season is also the end of their financial year. This is often a time of...
SMALL BUSINESSES Businesses concerned about the risk of power cuts With January shaping up to be a complex month in terms of electricity supply, businesses are trying to prepare for the risk of load shedding.
VSE/SME How to prepare for the 2022 financial year-end? December 31 is generally chosen as the closing date for the financial year, as it corresponds to the end of the calendar year.
VSE/SME Recruiting difficulties: an obstacle to business competitiveness According to the latest Syntec Conseil barometer of French competitiveness, companies are very concerned about recruitment difficulties.
SMALL BUSINESSES Energy bills: a new one-stop shop for businesses Companies that do not benefit from the tariff shield can apply for state aid via a new one-stop shop.
VSE/SME Changes to the conditions for obtaining the flat-rate deduction for professional expenses Certain professions can claim a "specific flat-rate deduction for professional expenses" of up to 30% of their remuneration.
VSE/SME How to optimize cash flow with VAT credit? In principle, a company can deduct the VAT it has paid to its suppliers.
VSE/SME 2022 cotisation foncière des entreprises to be paid by December 15 Companies and sole proprietors must pay their cotisation foncière des entreprises by December 15 at the latest.
VSE/SME India, a reservoir of dynamic fintechs India is home to a large number of fast-growing fintechs, particularly in the instant payment sector.
VSE/SME The articles of association set the conditions for dismissal of an SAS director In a recent decision, the French Supreme Court (Cour de cassation) ruled that the terms and conditions for the dismissal of a SAS executive are set out in the company's bylaws.
SMALL BUSINESSES New acceleration in inflation threatens business activity Inflation is back on course, after slowing for 3 months. Estimated at 6.2% in October, it represents a threat to growth.
VSE/SME Employee savings: what are the advantages for managers? Company directors can benefit from attractive tax advantages when they use employee savings schemes.
VSE/SME What are the 4 new mandatory statements on invoices? A recent decree, which came into force on October 10, requires companies to include 4 new items of information on invoices.
VSE/SME Financing: companies penalized by rising interest rates In its latest annual report, the French High Council for Financial Stability (HCSF) points to a tightening of financing conditions for businesses.
SMALL BUSINESSES Companies faced with rising dollar and interest rates The rise in interest rates and the dollar have added to an already complex context for companies, with inflation and the energy crisis as the backdrop.
SMALL BUSINESSES Clement weather and lower consumption: energy prices on the decline Lower consumption and mild temperatures across Europe are driving down gas and electricity prices.
VSE/SME Business insolvencies up sharply in Q3 The number of business failures rose significantly in the 3rd quarter of 2022, according to a recent study published by Altares.
VSE/SME Digital Service Act regulations: what are the implications for VSEs and SMEs? The Digital Service Act regulation will impose new requirements on e-commerce platforms, with repercussions for VSEs and SMEs.
SMALL BUSINESSES Startups tackle energy-efficient building renovation In France, the building sector has a central role to play in achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
SMALL BUSINESSES Are VSEs and SMEs prepared for climate risks? Although VSEs and SMEs are aware of climate risks, they are ill-prepared for them, as a recent study reveals.
VSE/SME Companies facing difficulties in repaying their PGE Against a backdrop of rising energy prices and supply tensions, many companies are finding it difficult to repay their PGE.
VSE/SME Production taxes: VSEs and SMEs stand to gain the most from the abolition of the CVAE The abolition of the CVAE (contribution sur la valeur ajoutée des entreprises), scheduled for 2023 and 2024, will mainly benefit VSEs and SMEs.
VSE/SME Businesses: PGE Resilience extended to the end of the year Set up to support companies economically affected by the war in Ukraine, the new state-guaranteed loan (PGE) has been extended until December 31, 2022.
VSE/SME Very small businesses say they are ready to raise wages Recruitment difficulties are among the main obstacles currently facing very small businesses, according to the Bpifrance Le Lab and Rexecode barometer.
VSE/SME NetZero, the startup that seduced the Tesla boss Elon Musk, the richest man on the planet, has been seduced by NetZero, a French start-up specializing in biochar production.
VSE/SME VAT group option available until October 31 at the latest The Finance Act for 2021 provides for the creation of a specific scheme known as "Groupe TVA" applicable from 2023.
VSE/SME NewSpace: French start-ups take on the space industry NewSpace start-ups from France are on the rise, taking advantage of the satellite boom to gain a foothold in the space industry.
VSE/SME Repayment of state-guaranteed loans: VSEs in difficulty To cope with the economic shock caused by the Covid-19 crisis, the government set up an exceptional aid scheme in 2020: state-guaranteed loans...
SMALL BUSINESSES How are companies anticipating soaring energy prices? Office managers and company directors are looking for ways to limit the rise in their energy bills this winter.
SMALL BUSINESSES B2B: fractional payments target the corporate market Fractional payment players, after focusing primarily on the consumer market, are now setting their sights on the corporate market.
SMALL BUSINESSES Gas and electricity: assistance for energy-hungry businesses extended and expanded The scheme to help companies that consume large amounts of gas and electricity has been extended, announced the French Minister of the Economy and Finance on Tuesday September 6.
VSE/SME Strong growth in the factoring market After a sharp downturn in 2020, the factoring sector recorded a record level of activity in 2021, and 2022 looks just as promising.
VSE/SME Cessation of payments: when should it be declared? When a company is unable to pay its debts with its available assets, it is in a situation of cessation of payments or bankruptcy.
VSE/SME Local businesses are hiring despite difficulties in finding workers Nearly 20% of local businesses hired at least one employee in the first half of 2022, according to the U2P employment barometer published by Les Echos.
VSE/SME Shortage of manpower: which sectors are most affected? Caregivers, pharmacists, carpenters, carers, blacksmiths... In France, more and more sectors are struggling to recruit.
VSE/SME Recruitment: 9 out of 10 VSEs/SMBs have difficulty finding the right candidate According to the Confédération des PME business survey, 9 out of 10 small businesses are having difficulty recruiting the right profiles.
VSE/SME Professional equality index: what are the new obligations for companies? The professional equality index has recently been strengthened to force companies to be more transparent.
VSE/SME Business insolvencies intensify in Q2 Since February, the upward trend in business insolvencies has accelerated. However, the level remains fairly low.
VSE/SME Companies confronted by the euro's fall against the dollar The euro has hit a 20-year low against the dollar. This fall represents an additional difficulty for companies.
VSE/SME French VSE/SME business resilient despite slowdown Despite an economic context weakened by inflation and the war in Ukraine, French VSE/SME business should hold up well in 2022.
SMALL BUSINESSES Biotechs multiply clinical trials Biotechs - young companies with annual sales of less than $500 million - are developing more and more products.
SMALL BUSINESSES Automated carbon audits: a booming market More and more startups are entering the booming market for automated carbon audits for businesses.
VSE/SME Shopify launches payment solution in partnership with PayPal Shopify has announced the launch of Shopify Payments in France, a payment solution already deployed in 18 countries.
VSE/SME VSE/SME: more flexible profit-sharing agreements The draft law on purchasing power contains new measures designed to facilitate the implementation of profit-sharing agreements in SMEs.
SMALL BUSINESSES Companies: the growing use of freelance consultants Freelancing is on the up: companies are increasingly turning to independent consultants in their search for flexibility.
VSE/SME French companies gradually withdraw from Russia French companies are gradually winding down their operations in Russia, without deserting the country altogether.
SMES Digital transformation: French SMEs lag behind According to a recent study by BCG and Medef, many French SMEs have not really begun their digital transformation.
VSE/SME State-supported Relance equity loans extended to 2023 A May 5 decree extends government-backed equity loans until December 31, 2023.
VSE/SME Shareholders' agreement: beware of the non-competition clause Whether or not a non-competition clause is included in a shareholders' agreement, it must meet certain conditions of validity. Here's how.
VSE/SME Fluctuating exchange rates: how to protect yourself? Daily fluctuations on the currency markets expose companies to foreign exchange risk.
VSE/SME Sole proprietors: business assets separate from personal assets Since May 15, sole traders have been governed by a single status, and can no longer opt for the EIRL status.
SMALL BUSINESSES Health crisis: what impact on French productivity and competitiveness? The 3rd report from the CNP (National Productivity Council) raises the question of whether the French economy has lost or gained in efficiency as a result of the...
SMALL BUSINESSES Gas and electricity: assistance for high-consumption businesses As part of its economic and social resilience plan, the French government has announced the introduction of assistance for companies that consume large quantities of gas and electricity....
VSE/SME Fintech: investors are taking fewer risks Alerted by the uncertain economic climate, investors have been more cautious since the start of the year, and are turning away from fintechs.
VSE/SME 5 markers of the transformation of the corporate debt market The corporate debt market is in a state of upheaval, driven by inflation, rising interest rates and the withdrawal of the ECB.
SMALL BUSINESSES Businesses: hiring remains at a high level Despite the war in Ukraine and growth coming to a virtual standstill, companies continue to hire on a massive scale.
VSE/SME Corporate and household debt worries supervisors The Bank for International Settlements is concerned about corporate and household debt, seeing it as a threat to the financial system.
VSE/SME PayPal now offers loans to French VSEs and SMEs PayPal is launching a Revenue-Based Financing offer in France, i.e. loans based on the sales generated by very small businesses on its platform.
SMALL BUSINESSES VAT and e-commerce: what rules apply? VAT rules for e-commerce have changed since July 1, 2021. Here's what you need to know.
SMALL BUSINESSES Corporate environmental data published on Impact.gouv.fr Impact.gouv is a platform designed to raise companies' awareness of their environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance.
VSE/SME Brexit: many trade flows interrupted between the UK and the EU A new study published by the London School of Economics shows that many British SMEs have given up exporting to the European Union.
VSE/SME Raw materials: why prices will continue to rise In its latest annual report, the World Bank predicts that commodity prices will remain high until 2024.
VSE/SME Russian banker: European companies in trouble Manufacturers have taken out nearly $22 billion in credit with Russian lenders, according to Bloomberg.
SMALL BUSINESSES A new presidential term in an uncertain economic climate As Emmanuel Macron prepares to begin his second term in office, France's economic situation appears highly uncertain. We take a closer look.
VSE/SME Revenue-based financing: loans based on company revenues The European payments giant is making its mark on the banking market with the launch of a dedicated financing service for small businesses.
VSE/SME Cyber-attack: the filing of a complaint is a prerequisite for insurance cover A new bill proposes to make reimbursement of cyber incidents conditional on the victim lodging a complaint within 48 hours of payment.
VSE/SME 4-day week: a large-scale trial in the UK The UK is to carry out a large-scale trial of the 4-day week, involving 3,000 employees in 60 companies.
VSE/SME Get free company information Pappers, Societe.ninja, LegalTile... Several companies offer free access to commercial register information.
SMALL BUSINESSES Cybersecurity: 7 ways to protect your business A security breach or the disclosure of confidential data can have serious consequences for a company's business.
VSE/SME A rebound in business failures in the first quarter In the first quarter of 2022, the number of business failures rose again after 2 years at their lowest level.
SMALL BUSINESSES 3 key points for improving customer relations Customer satisfaction indicators, often overlooked, are a goldmine that can be exploited to improve your service strategy.
VSE/SME SME mergers & acquisitions slow down in 2022 The overall value of mergers & acquisitions fell in Q1 2022, as the war in Ukraine weighed on the market after a very dynamic year.
VSE/SME Global warming: the IPCC's solutions for limiting it The IPCC has just published the latest part of its report on solutions for containing climate disruption by sector of activity.
VSE/SME Portailpro: a website dedicated to tax and social security procedures for businesses On February 24, the French government announced the launch of the Portailpro.gouv.fr website, enabling companies to complete their tax and social security formalities.
VSE/SME Sole proprietorship: what the separation of assets changes The law of February 14, 2022 created a new, more protective status for sole traders. As of May 15, only business assets will be...
VSE/SME Payment times: SMEs better than large companies As the effects of Covid-19 gradually fade, payment times are falling, particularly among SMEs.
VSE/SME Ukraine war threatens rail Silk Road Russia's invasion of Ukraine could threaten the 11,000 kilometers of rail linking China to Europe. Read on.
VSE/SME Employee brown-out: a new challenge for VSEs and SMEs From telecommuting to the sometimes forced return to the office, the health crisis has led some employees to experience a profound loss of meaning at work.
VSE/SME From Covid to Ukraine: what is the financial situation of French VSEs and SMEs? A study by the Conseil d'analyse économique details the financial situation of companies and households after two years of the pandemic.
VSE/SME Pôle emploi: opening up to competition to reduce unemployment? A recent note from the Conseil d'analyse économique (French Council for Economic Analysis) raises the possibility of opening up Pôle emploi to competition from private service providers.
VSE/SME Telecommuting: how Covid prompted companies to reorganize The health crisis has prompted companies to adopt telecommuting on a massive scale, and the new form of the scheme seems to be taking hold. Here's an overview of the subject.
SMALL BUSINESSES Cybersecurity: the Cloud exposes companies to cyber risk The French National Agency for Information Systems Security warns businesses of the cyber risks of storing data in the cloud.
VSE/SME War in Ukraine: companies worried about their export insurance cover French companies with Russian partners are worried about their export insurance cover in the current climate.
VSE/SME Private equity giants compete with banks The big players in the private equity sector are differentiating themselves from banks by offering their customers additional services. We take a closer look.
VSE/SME Festival des entrepreneurs: 30 dates for the Big Tour 2022 For its 2022 edition, the Big Tour will make stops in over 30 towns representing every region of France.
VSE/SME 50% of VSE/SME managers plan to increase salaries in 2022 According to the latest Bpifrance Le Lab and Rexecode barometer, one out of every two VSE/SME managers plans to increase salaries in 2022.
VSE/SME Cyber attacks and ransomware: what is the role of insurers? According to the Haut Comité Juridique de la Place Financière de Paris, a ban on ransom payments is not desirable.
VSE/SME Clearance plans, fraud: Urssaf checks intensify Since January, Urssaf has stepped up its checks on companies, tracking down fraudsters and bad payers.
VSE/SME Short contracts: bonus-malus does not influence employers' practices The government's proposed alternatives to short-term contracts do not seem to be appealing to employers. We take a closer look.
VSE/SME Production taxes: France ranks among Europe's "worst performers According to a recent study by the Institut Montaigne, France ranks among the European countries with the highest production taxes. An overview of the subject.
SMALL BUSINESSES Supply: companies hope for an improvement by the end of 2022 Companies are facing supply difficulties. Some 75% are hoping for an improvement by the end of 2022.
VSE/SME Maritime transport: rising costs and delays impact SMEs Since the start of the pandemic, maritime transport has been considerably disrupted, causing difficulties for many SMEs.
SMALL BUSINESSES Businesses: 5 security reflexes before executing a transfer Fraudulent bank transfers are a real threat to businesses of all sizes. How can you prevent them?
VSE/SME French Tech: bosses' remuneration up 30% in 2021 Remuneration for startup founders in France has jumped by an average of 30% since 2019, according to a recent study by The Galion Project.
VSE/SME Quotes: why include a price revision clause? Faced with rising raw material, transport and energy costs, companies are forced to increase their prices in order to maintain their margins.
VSE/SME Companies in difficulty will be able to repay their PGE over 10 years Companies experiencing difficulties in repaying their PGEs will be able to request that their monthly payments be spread over a 10-year period.
SMALL BUSINESSES Some companies pledge their stock as collateral for financing Still relatively undeveloped in France, the stock pledge market, which enables companies to pledge their stock as collateral, could take off.
SMALL BUSINESSES Electricity: 150 companies would have closed without government intervention Without the measures taken to limit the rise in electricity prices, 150 companies could have closed, according to the Ministry of Industry.
VSE/SME Exotec becomes France's 25th unicorn Now valued at $2 billion, the robotics startup becomes France's first industrial unicorn.
VSE/SME Increase in disputes linked to supply difficulties Faced with supply difficulties, companies are having to deal with an increase in disputes linked to shortages.
VSE/SME Businesses: Banque de France adopts new rating scale The Banque de France has adopted a new rating scale for assessing the financial health of companies. What does this mean?
VSE/SME The main thrusts of the support plan for the self-employed The self-employed, weakened by the health crisis, will benefit from the support measures recently announced by the government.
SMALL BUSINESSES Many SMEs are experimenting with the 4-day week More and more companies, including a majority of SMEs, have been experimenting with the 4-day working week for some weeks or months now.
VSE/SME Penalties for non-compliance with payment deadlines? Companies that use the services of service providers must pay their invoices on time. Failure to do so may result in penalties.
SMALL BUSINESSES SMIC to rise by 0.9% on January 1, 2022 As of January 1, 2022, the SMIC (minimum wage) will automatically increase by 0.9%, or 14 euros gross per month, with no government boost.
VSE/SME Help with rents and rental charges, a new scheme for businesses The "rents and rental charges" aid is a new support scheme for companies affected by the health crisis. Find out more.
VSE/SME How to obtain a SIRET number Getting ready to set up your own business? Find out how to obtain a SIRET number.
VSE/SME France Relance Plan: what has been achieved for VSEs and SMEs? The France Relance plan aims to highlight the role played by VSEs and SMEs in French society and the economy.
VSE/SME Business: conditions for property tax relief Since March 2020, the government has been introducing exceptional measures to combat the spread of Covid-19 and its collateral effects.
VSE/SME The budget landing: how to anticipate the 2021 accounting close? Anticipating the 2021 financial year will help you prepare for the year ahead, which promises to be a crucial one for many companies.
SMALL BUSINESSES What is the procedure for transferring a patent? The owner of a patent can transfer it, lease it or contribute it to a company by completing the necessary formalities. Find out how.
VSE/SME What is the purpose of an EORI number for a company? Some companies need an EORI number to complete customs formalities within the EU. Here's how.
VSE/SME PGE: 0.6% of beneficiaries have defaulted Only 3,944 of the 650,836 companies with an EMP are currently the subject of legal proceedings for non-payment. Insights.
VSE/SME Low-value receivables: what to do in the event of non-payment? Given the cost of legal proceedings, companies are generally reluctant to collect small claims. However, there are some solutions you should be aware of.
VSE/SME Managing business assets: what's new in the Pacte Dutreil? More than a thousand amendments have been tabled to the 2022 Finance Bill, some of which concern transfer duties and in particular the Dutreil Pact....
VSE/SME Professionals: what is the intra-Community VAT number for? Companies and professionals who do business with other European players need to obtain an intra-Community VAT number. What does it actually do?
VSE/SME The new timetable for the widespread use of electronic invoicing Invoicing: the Order of September 15 introduces a new timetable for the widespread use of electronic invoicing. We take a closer look at this postponement.
VSE/SME Guaranteed loans: some companies may find it difficult to repay Despite the improvement in their financial situation, a number of companies may find it difficult to repay their EMPs. Here's how.
VSE/SME Covid-19: rules for exemption from social security contributions The Social Security Financing Act 2021 provides for an exemption from social security contributions to enable employers to cope with the consequences of the crisis...