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BMF: Draft Bill Would Tax Exchange Crypto-assets As Investment Income
Germany's Federal Ministry of Finance has proposed a fundamental shift in how exchange crypto-assets like Bitcoin and Ether are taxed, moving them from "other income" to investment income with a flat 25% tax rate. The reform abolishes the one-year tax-free holding period for new acquisitions while introducing withholding tax obligations for domestic crypto-asset service providers. How will these changes affect long-term investors, high-income earners, and the operational burden on crypto platforms?
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A&O Shearman
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Bavarian Tax Authorities Comment On Tax Treatment Of Employee ‘Hurdle Shares’
The Bavarian State Tax Office has issued groundbreaking guidance on hurdle shares, a specialized employee participation instrument featuring negative liquidation preferences. This ruling addresses critical questions about when and how these shares trigger taxable income, distinguishing between the initial issuance and subsequent disposal of shares. The decree provides clarity on whether proceeds constitute employment income or capital gains, potentially reshaping Germany's startup compensation landscape.
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Greenberg Traurig, LLP
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Beware Of Hidden Costs: Hiring Foreign Temporary Workers In Germany
When a German employer hires foreign EU workers for a short-term project without proper tax and social security documentation, what appears to be a cost-effective staffing solution can quickly transform into a financial burden. Through a detailed case study and sample calculations, this analysis reveals how routine audits can expose compliance gaps that nearly double the actual employment costs.
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GGI Global Alliance
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