Entrepreneurship
Croatian Chamber of Trades and Crafts Launches Calculator for Artisans, UGP Says: 'The State Punishes Those Who Work'
The free tool enables estimation of taxes and contributions from 2027, while the Association Glas poduzetnika criticizes the increased burden for artisans with higher incomes.
Economy
New HOK Calculator Reveals How Much You'll Keep After Taxes in 2027
The free tool 'It's Good to Be a Craftsman' allows you to estimate obligations and compare taxation models. For over 77,000 lump-sum craftsmen, there will be no increase in contributions, while for others, the burden has been eased.
Economy
Record Spending in July: 285 Million Receipts Worth €6.8 Billion Issued
Tax Administration data shows a 4.4% increase in the number of fiscalized receipts and a 23.6% rise in total value compared to July 2025.
Tourism
Croatian Spending Surges 23.6 Percent
Tax Authority data for July shows strong growth in the value of fiscalized receipts, while economic analyst Damir Novotny emphasizes the need to pivot toward industrial and agricultural production.
Economy
UGP Calls for Withdrawal of Higher Tax for Lump-Sum Taxpayers
The Entrepreneurs' Voice Association strongly opposes the Government's proposal to reduce recognized expenses for craftsmen with incomes above €40,000, calling the measure contradictory to the anti-inflation package.
Croatia
Government: Fitch's A- Rating Confirmation Proof of Responsible Policy
Entrepreneurship
UGP: State Punishes Workers, Fraudsters Go Unpunished
Stock Market
Lump-sum taxpayers up to €40,000 face no levy increases, those above will pay up to 67% more
Local
Number of Workers Earning Below Minimum Wage Drops by 67 Percent in a Year
Economy
Croatian Investment Account Arrives in 2027: Tax-Free Returns and a Limit of Up to €200,000
New law envisages simpler investing in the capital market, with authorized intermediaries taking over administrative duties.
Croatia
Focus supports scrapping fuel measures, but also demands lower taxes and excise duties
Party president Gabrijel Deak said the state must test how much cheaper fuel would become if it gave up part of its revenue.
Economy
Germany seeks thousands of tax advisors, salaries reach up to 90,000 euros per year
According to estimates, between 14,000 and 25,000 specialists are lacking, and demand is rising due to the complex tax system.
Croatia
Plenković on Taxes for Flat-Rate Businesses: 'Minimal Interventions for the Principle of Fairness'
PM in Daruvar defends corrections for renters and the wealthiest flat-rate taxpayers, rejects business criticism, and calls for solidarity.
Croatia
Entrepreneurs' Voice announces protest and 'hot autumn' over tax hikes for lump-sum taxpayers
Bruno Samardžić said 'enough is enough', while Vedran Tomić announced protests and civil disobedience over additional levies for craftsmen and small renters.
Croatia
Ćorić: Lump-sum taxpayers with income up to €40,000 keep same contributions, tax on excessive margins introduced
Package of tax law amendments sent to public consultation, effective from 2027. No changes for over 83% of craftsmen, large companies with excess profits targeted.
ARREST
Šibenik restaurateur arrested for threats, café closed for tax violations
Davor Peković, whose café was recently closed by a tax inspection decision, has been arrested on suspicion of making threats. The circumstances of the alleged threat are currently unknown.
Economy
Croatian Investment Account from 2027: No Capital Gains Tax
The Ministry of Finance has presented HIR, a new tax-incentive instrument for citizens to invest in the domestic capital market with a lifetime limit of €200,000.
Economy
Croatia Introduces Investment Account: Citizens' Investments Tax-Free up to €250,000
The Ministry of Finance has sent the draft law on the Croatian Investment Account for public consultation. The law is expected to enter into force on January 1, 2027.
Economy
Croatia Introduces Investment Account with Tax-Free Returns
The Ministry of Finance has submitted the draft law on the Croatian Investment Account for public consultation. The law could take effect on January 1, 2027, and every adult citizen will be able to open one such account.
PREVIEW
Croatia Plans to Introduce a Tax-Free Investment Account for All Citizens
The initiative, known as the Croatian Investment Account (HRI), would allow citizens to invest without any tax burden on returns, with parents also able to open accounts on behalf of their minor children.