アトランティック・カナダのクラフト醸造所は、来月発効予定の新たな増税について懸念の声を上げている。この業界は、増税が利益をさらに削り、事業の苦境を悪化させると警告している。この報道はCTV National Newsによるもので、Paul Hollingsworth氏が取材した。
アトランティック・カナダで事業を展開するクラフト醸造所は、来月実施予定の増税について大きな懸念を表明している。CTV National Newsの報道によると、これらの事業者は、新たな税金が既存の財務圧力を悪化させ、利益率をさらに低下させると予想している。
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Several craft breweries in the United States and Canada are closing locations or filing for bankruptcy amid industry challenges. Factors include rising costs, shifting consumer preferences, and regulatory issues. These closures highlight broader struggles in the craft beer sector.
Nova Scotia's craft beer sector, which grew to around 60 breweries in recent years, has shrunk to about 50 in the last two years amid rising costs and operational challenges. The closure of Halifax's 2 Crows Brewing, one of the province's larger operations, highlights the industry's struggles. Brewers point to high fees from the Nova Scotia Liquor Corporation as a key barrier to growth.
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Liquor traders in South Africa have expressed concerns that a proposed increase in alcohol taxes could harm their businesses and fuel the illicit alcohol trade. The National Treasury plans to raise excise duties in the 2025/26 financial year to address alcohol abuse. Industry leaders argue that higher prices alone won't solve consumption issues and may drive consumers to illegal alternatives.
Craft breweries in southwestern Ontario increasingly integrate food services to remain viable, moving beyond beer sales alone. This trend includes in-house kitchens, partnerships with eateries, and food trucks. Several local spots exemplify successful combinations of fresh brews and meals.
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Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu warned the Council of Ministers on Wednesday against measures on fuel VAT described as « as demagogic as they are useless ». This comes as oil prices rise over 5% due to the war in the Middle East, already affecting fishermen, farmers, and truckers. He also requested proposals to protect consumers from energy price volatility.
South Africa's National Taxi Alliance has urged the government to mitigate the impact of impending fuel price hikes set for April 1, warning of inevitable taxi fare increases. The surge is linked to international oil prices and the rand's weakness, exacerbated by the US-Israel-Iran conflict. Commuters at Soweto's Bara taxi rank expressed fears over rising living costs.
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The Union des Armateurs à la Pêche Française (UAPF) and the Association nationale des Organisations de Producteurs (ANOP) warn of challenges from soaring diesel prices since the Middle East conflict. Some vessels operate at a loss while others may stay docked. They await suitable government aid.