Understanding 2026 global tax trends

Learn how to keep your business compliant with shifting tax rules. Our report covers the biggest changes in global regulation.

2026 tax trends and changes

10 minute read
20 pages

Compliance and risk

The new tax rules shaping global business

Many businesses face increased regulatory responsibilities in 2026—including shifting sales tax rules in the US, mandatory e-invoicing requirements in Europe, and new digital services taxes across markets. Our report breaks down the major changes and offers strategies for keeping your business compliant. Learn about:
  • New global VAT, GST, and sales tax rates and exemptions
  • Mandatory B2B e-invoicing deadlines In Poland, Belgium, and France
  • VAT and GST obligations for digital services in emerging markets
  • Policy shifts in the US and EU affecting ecommerce costs and customs
  • Simplified US state sales tax requirements

Knowing that Stripe understands all of the regulations and keeps everything up-to-date removes a ton of our customers’ fears around managing taxes.

Danny Diede, Head of Payments

It feels great to have our tax compliance solution handled through Stripe and Taxually. Before, it felt like a grey area we weren’t sure how to operationally tackle. Now, everything runs smoothly, and we can stay focused on the business without getting bogged down in the details.

Jon Garcia, Senior Manager of Business Intelligence

2026 tax trends and changes

2026 tax trends and changes

Duration 10 minute read Page count 20 pages

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