This Week in Global Investing
Curated updates for international investors - regulations, brokers, taxes, and key stats.
Regulatory Update
EU Tightens Crypto Margin Rules for Retail Investors
The European Securities and Markets Authority proposed new limits on leveraged crypto products available to retail investors. The rules could affect non-EU brokers offering services to European residents starting Q3 2026.
Week of March 10, 2026
Broker News
IBKR Launches Fractional Shares for 18 New Countries
Interactive Brokers expanded fractional share trading to residents of Chile, Peru, Colombia, and 15 other countries. Minimum trade size drops to $1, making US stocks accessible to investors with smaller portfolios.
Week of March 10, 2026
Tax Treaty Update
Brazil-US Tax Treaty Negotiations Advance
Brazil and the US resumed talks on a double-taxation treaty after a 4-year pause. If ratified, Brazilian investors could see withholding tax drop from 30% to 15% on US dividends - a potential game-changer for Latin American investors.
Week of March 10, 2026
Stat of the Week
47% of Non-US Investors Still Overpay Withholding Tax
A new OECD survey found that nearly half of international investors fail to claim treaty benefits on US dividends. The average overpayment: $340 per year per investor. Filing a correct W-8BEN takes under 10 minutes.
Week of March 10, 2026
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