First Analysis: Inflation Reduction Act’s Potential Impact on M&A Transactions

There are several tax-related provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act that may affect the way companies structure M&A transactions. Stay ahead of the curve and familiarize yourself with the 1% excise tax applicable to covered corporations, the definition of “covered corporations,” and the 15% alternative minimum tax imposed on corporations based on adjusted financial statement income.          

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