Avalara's Cross-Border Chaos Report Released

Avalara, Inc. released its 2026 Cross-Border Chaos Report, revealing that 83% of business leaders find international operations more complex than a year ago, with 70% noting increased complexity over three years. The report indicates that 39% of companies have delayed entering new markets due to regulatory uncertainty, leading to a slowdown in global expansion. Businesses are increasingly turning to technology, with 87% using AI for cross-border operations, to manage risks and maintain compliance amidst rising tariffs, fragmented regulations, and geopolitical volatility. Craig Reid, GM of Cross-Border at Avalara, emphasized that businesses are using technology and automation to stay compliant and manage risk. The report also details regional pressures, including policy shifts in the United States, post-Brexit divergence in the United Kingdom, and regulatory fragmentation in India and Australia.