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Field notes on going global

Articles on internationalization, markets and business culture, written from what we see in programs with 1,200+ companies in 50+ countries.

Global Market Trends · 3 min read

The New Age of Internationalization: Why It Matters More Than Ever

In today's fast-paced global market, internationalization has transitioned from a strategic choice to an essential element of business success. As we navigate through 2024, understanding the nuances of modern internationalization is crucial.

International Marketing and Sales · 3 min read

Navigating New Markets: How Soft-Landing Programs Can Transform Your Global Expansion

Entering a new market involves much more than just adapting your domestic strategy to a new context. Soft-landing programs offer a tailored solution to smooth the transition.

Global Partnerships and Networking · 6 min read

How Lack of Knowledge Can Undermine Internationalization

We don't know what we don't know, and that blind spot is why so many companies stumble when they enter a new market. Soft-landing programs are one way to close the gap.

Culture · 3 min read

Business Culture: What It Is and Why It Matters More Than Ever

Understanding the cultural context of your market is crucial for building a successful global company.

Culture · 4 min read

The world beyond Silicon Valley: Alternative regions for those who want to internationalize

Silicon Valley is the dream destination for most startup founders, but it is rarely the most strategic one. Here are five less glamorous ecosystems that can do more for your international growth.

Culture · 5 min read

What can local businesses learn from global markets?

In a scenario as competitive and uncertain as today's, we must seek innovative ways to differentiate ourselves more than ever. Looking at how other countries do business is a good place to start.

Culture · 4 min read

India market is becoming the best option for investors and innovators

Think of a booming economy, low costs, stable government, a huge, young and growing population, with a high level of education, speaking English, open to innovation and easy to get along with. Few countries match India on all of these.

Culture · 6 min read

India's position as a global innovation hub is poised to get stronger in the coming years

An exclusive interview by Santosh Vaswani, Editor at CIO News, with Rodrigo Olmedo of uGlobally and Varun Mallapragada of MantraLaunchspace about the EU-India Innocenter. Our long-term vision is to continue serving as the bridge that connects Indian and European innovation ecosystems.

Culture · 1 min read

uGlobally from Brazil to the Netherlands

Curious about how uGlobally made its mark in the Netherlands? Our Founder and CEO, Rodrigo, recently shared his journey of taking uGlobally from Brazil to the heart of Europe's vibrant startup scene.

Research

Market notes

Short public summaries of our country research for companies going abroad: priority sectors, entry routes, costs and support programs. Each one cites its sources.

Erasmus bridge and skyline in RotterdamEuropeNetherlands#1 in the world for English as a second languageBelém Tower in Lisbon at sunsetEuropePortugal19% corporate income tax (IRC) in 2026, 15% on the first €50,000 for SMEsMadrid rooftops at sunsetEuropeSpain15% corporate tax for certified startups in their first four profitable years (25% standard rate)City of London skyline with the Gherkin and Tower BridgeEuropeUnited Kingdom25% main rate of Corporation Tax, 19% on profits of £50,000 or lessFrankfurt skyline with the banking towers along the Main riverEuropeGermanyLargest market in Europe, with about a quarter of EU GDPPorta Nuova skyline in MilanEuropeItaly24% corporate income tax (IRES), plus the regional IRAPStockholm skyline over the water, with Gamla stan and the City Hall towerEuropeSweden20.6% flat corporate income tax on a limited company's profitMedieval towers of Tallinn old town with the modern city skyline behindEuropeEstonia0% corporate income tax on retained profit (22/78 on distributed profit)Lower Manhattan skyline in New YorkAmericaUnited States21% federal corporate income tax, with state taxes on topToronto skyline from the lake at sunsetAmericaCanada15% federal corporate income tax (general rate), before the provincial rate is addedPaseo de la Reforma skyline in Mexico CityAmericaMexico#1 trading partner of the United States (2026, January to August)Skyline of São Paulo, with Avenida Paulista towersAmericaBrazil213m people, IBGE estimate for July 2025Bogotá skyline with the Monserrate hills behindAmericaColombia35% corporate income tax (20% in qualifying free trade zones)Santiago skyline with the Costanera Center and the AndesAmericaChile#1 in Latin America and the Caribbean in the Global Innovation IndexBuenos Aires skyline at sunsetAmericaArgentina#1 export market for Argentina is Brazil (about 14.7% of exports in 2025)Marina Bay skyline in Singapore at sunsetAsia and Middle EastSingapore17% flat corporate income tax rateTokyo Tower and the city at sunsetAsia and Middle EastJapan#12 in the Global Innovation Index 2025Seoul skyline along the Han River at sunsetAsia and Middle EastSouth Korea#4 in the Global Innovation Index, first in AsiaVictoria Harbour skyline in Hong Kong at sunsetAsia and Middle EastHong Kong8.25% profits tax on the first HK$2 million of profit (16.5% above)Burj Khalifa and the Downtown Dubai skylineAsia and Middle EastUnited Arab Emirates9% corporate tax on taxable income above AED 375,000 (0% below)
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