Baker Tilly South East Europe

The new €3 duty closes the long-standing “de minimis” exemption that allowed low-value goods to enter the EU without customs duties. That exemption had increasingly been criticised for distorting competition, particularly as e-commerce volumes surged and non-EU sellers were able to price goods more aggressively than EU-based businesses. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/AH3wQ #BakerTillySouthEastEurope

Baker Tilly International has announced it is now ranked the 8th largest global accounting network. This success is reflective of BTI being named among TIME’s World’s best companies globally for excellence in growth, culture and sustainability. Baker Tilly are proud to be a part of this globally united network that goes all in on delivering exceptional results for clients, and looks forward to being a part of the future growth. Congratulations!

Dealmakers are becoming increasingly selective, focusing on scalable, data-rich and AI-enabled platforms that deliver real impact and long-term value. The mid-market continues to emerge as the sweet spot, offering a compelling balance of proven performance and future growth potential. Our Partner, Stela Ivancheva, noted: “The most attractive opportunities in TMT right now are in areas that help companies become smarter and faster, specifically, software, data platforms and AI-driven solutions.” With capital ready to deploy, the emphasis is firmly on quality over quantity. Businesses that combine resilience, strong data foundations and the ability to scale across markets will lead the next wave of dealmaking. Read full report: https://shorturl.at/Iqq9H #BakerTillySouthEastEurope

March meeting is no surprise – it wouldn’t have been one a month ago either. However, the rules of the game have changed. While inflation across the Eurozone has eased from the peaks of recent years, escalating geopolitical tensions have altered the outlook, reopening the possibility that interest rate hikes could return to the agenda.             Read the full article on our website, featuring comments from Professor JOE NELLIS, Economic Adviser at MHA, and Savvas Klitou, Regional Managing Partner and Head of Tax Services at Baker Tilly South East Europe: https://shorturl.at/mtZPm #BakerTillySouthEastEurope

We are pleased to share our latest report on the Energy, Renewables & Industrials (ENRI) sector across South-Eastern Europe, authored by our industry leader Andreas Papagavriel (BSc, MSc, ACA, ADIT), Partner in Tax Services. Covering Cyprus, Greece, Romania, Bulgaria, and Moldova, the report provides a comprehensive overview of key market developments, policy updates, investment activity, and major infrastructure projects shaping the sector in 2025. Discover the trends and opportunities driving the region’s energy transition. 🔗 Read the full report here: https://shorturl.at/3J0j7 #BakerTillySouthEastEurope

Last week, our offices across Baker Tilly South East Europe celebrated Employee Appreciation Day with healthy breakfasts and sweet treats. 🍓 It was a small way to say a big thank you to our people for their hard work, commitment, and the constant effort they put into the growth and success of our firm. Our team is at the heart of everything we do, and we are proud to celebrate the dedication, collaboration, and professionalism that drive our organization forward every day. 💙 #EmployeeAppreciation #TeamBakerTilly

Major trade policy shift: The Supreme Court of the United States ruled that President Donald Trump lacked authority under IEEPA to impose broad tariffs, prompting a swift pivot to Section 122 and a new 10% global import surcharge. Here’s what it means for U.S. importers and global trade: https://shorturl.at/mzBaq #BakerTillySouthEastEurope

What’s driving dealmaking across the global mid-market TMT sector in 2026?   The Global Dealmakers 2026 Mid-market TMT M&A Data Pulse, produced by Baker Tilly International in collaboration with Mergermarket, takes a closer look at the trends shaping investment activity across Technology, Media and Telecommunications.   While overall deal numbers have softened, investors are concentrating capital into larger, more strategic acquisitions focused on scalable technology businesses.   We’re pleased to see Stela Ivancheva from Baker Tilly South East Europe and MHA’s Andrew Feeke contributing their insights to this global report, bringing regional insight to the discussion around mid-market technology investment and growth.    Explore the full findings here: https://shorturl.at/zSTNq   #BakerTilly

92% of your KYC could be automated, saving you 84% in costs, and reducing onboarding time by 60%. That’s what a top‑tier national bank achieved by working with our Data, Digital and AI experts, and implementing the team’s lightweight, low cost, proprietary AI agent built for high‑volume document processing. It keeps humans in the loop, scales without adding headcount, clears backlogs and new data sets fast (think post M&A integrations or pre digital transformation clean up), and plugs straight into search, document management and compliance platforms for a seamless end to end process. This is accessible tech for small and big firms alike. It provides immediate value, and is ready for any KYC or onboarding teams that want to move faster and scale their risk management. Why trudge through deep snow when you can carve a clean line. Contact me and the team for a demo or discussion on automating your KYC. #KYC #Risk #Automation #Compliance #FinancialServices #ClientOnboarding #ProfessionalServices (Image: photo of the main ski run in the alpine village of Erhwald, Austria)

✨ This International Women’s Day, we were proud to celebrate Marking Her Ambition across Baker Tilly South East Europe. Together with our wider network at MHA and Baker Tilly Ireland, we are highlighting the remarkable women whose stories, strength and ambition shape our firm and inspire our teams. Across our regional channels, we shared the journeys of colleagues from Romania, Moldova, Bulgaria, Greece and Cyprus. Their voices reminded us of the power of resilience, the importance of support and the impact of believing in your own potential. Today, we are bringing their advice together and sharing it with the women in our industry, including those starting their careers and those continuing to mark their ambition. Thank you to Cristina, Ionela, Hava, Katerina, Nicole, Valentina, Nantia and Stella, for inspiring us with your leadership and impact. #MarkingHerAmbition