Brussels and Berlin Plan New Levies Amid Economic Pressure
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What happened
Berlin is raising various levies on citizens, including sugar, tobacco, and alcohol taxes, higher top income-tax rates, a super-rich tax, and a probable increase in inheritance tax. Concurrently, the European Commission is planning to introduce new digital and general levies to finance its operations.
From zerohedge.com
Why it matters
The European Commission is seeking new revenue streams due to pressure to finance itself, particularly as the refinancing of the €800 billion NextGenerationEU Eurobond is due starting in 2028. These planned levies reflect a broader push for increased state revenue.
From zerohedge.com
Who's involved
- BrusselsLocation where the European Commission operates and plans new levies.
- BerlinCity that is raising various levies and increasing taxes on its citizens.
- European CommissionExecutive branch of the European Union seeking new tax revenue.
Who could feel it
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