On November 12, 2025, the American Chamber of Commerce in Germany e.V. and PwC Germany hosted an Expert Webinar highlighting key international tax highlights relevant to U.S. inbound investments into Germany. As global business strategies continue to adapt to ever-evolving tax regulations, this timely webinar provided invaluable information and guidance for U.S.-based organizations operating in Germany, a key segment of AmCham Germany鈥檚 membership.
The Expert Webinar featured a panel of distinguished international tax experts in the field, which included:
Margarete Sch盲tzler, Inbound Tax Partner at PwC and Co-Chair of AmCham Germany鈥檚 Tax Committee led the webinar allowing her to share her deep knowledge of German tax intricacies.
Mathias Schreiber and Marcel Misere both Inbound Tax Partners at PwC Germany, provided in-depth expertise on regulatory shifts and strategic tax aspects.
The webinar addressed a spectrum of salient topics including comprehensive updates on Germany's P2 rules and imminent statutory filing deadlines 鈥攊mperatives for maintaining compliance and advancing robust tax planning. The panelists ensured that participants remain aware of the increasingly stringent substance requirements required for securing withholding tax exemption certificates and refunds, a matter of significant concern for international investors seeking to maximize operational efficiency.
In addition, the webinar featured the implications of Germany's reduction in the corporate income tax rate, specifically its impact on deferred taxes, alongside a review of recent case law, which remains relevant for cross-border scenarios. These insights provided the participants with the foresight necessary to anticipate and strategically respond to emerging legal challenges and opportunities.
This webinar provided AmCham Germany members with a unique opportunity to directly engage with leading tax experts who addressed the unique challenges and needs of U.S. enterprises investing in Germany. The decade-long collaboration between AmCham Germany and PwC Germany, an AmCham Germany member since 1966, underscored a shared commitment to empowering the international business community through informed decision-making and strategic acumen.
The panelists worked to ensure that the participants left the webinar with enhanced confidence and the requisite tools to navigate Germany's dynamic tax environment effectively. For additional information on upcoming PwC events and further resources, the PwC Germany colleagues invite you to visit their .
