Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the importance of tax credit ratings for companies seeking loans, highlighting the impact of tax compliance on creditworthiness and the new regulations set to take effect in 2025 regarding tax credit management [8]. Group 1: Tax Credit Rating and Loan Applications - Companies may face loan application rejections if their tax credit rating is low, as seen in the example where a company was denied a loan due to an O-level tax credit rating [3]. - The tax credit rating system includes five levels: A, B, M, C, and D, with O being a non-compliant level that disqualifies companies from certain loan products [4][8]. Group 2: Causes of Low Tax Credit Ratings - The low tax credit rating was attributed to overdue tax filings caused by delays from the accounting firm, leading to multiple late submissions and subsequent penalties [4]. - Companies are advised to maintain regular updates of tax data and improve communication with accounting firms to enhance their tax credit ratings [4]. Group 3: New Regulations on Tax Credit Management - The new tax credit management regulations, effective from July 1, 2025, outline serious consequences for companies engaging in tax fraud or other violations, which can lead to a direct downgrade to D-level [8][9]. - Specific actions that can result in a D-level rating include tax evasion, providing false information for tax benefits, and failing to comply with tax payment deadlines [9][10]. Group 4: Consequences of D-Level Rating - Companies rated D-level will face significant restrictions, including limited access to tax invoices and increased scrutiny from tax authorities [11]. - The D-level rating will remain for two years, and companies will not be eligible for an A-level rating for three years following a D-level designation [11][12].