French MPs vote through the left's wealth tax on the ultra-rich

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French MPs vote in favour of imposing wealth tax on 'ultra-rich'

The proposed wealth tax would, apparently, only impact 1,800 across France - yet serve to raise at least €15 billion annually.

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On 20 February, the "Zucman tax" was adopted at first reading by the National Assembly. It provides for the introduction of a floor tax on the wealth of the ultra-rich. Thus, assets over EUR 100 million will have to pay at least 2% tax. Would such a law be effective? "Marianne" takes stock with Liem Hoang Ngoc, former MEP.

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In France, despite the opposition of the government, the deputies adopted on Thursday 20 February a minimum tax on the wealth of the richest citizens. The text is unlikely to be adopted definitively, but echoes the debate on the social inequalities and taxes that the most affluent French actually pay.

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The French left has come together to vote in favor of the tax on the super rich. The National Assembly, on Thursday, February 20, gave the green light to the environmental party's bill that wants the introduction of a minimum tax of 2% on the assets of those who exceed 100 million euros (about 1800 taxpayer families). The measure is inspired by economist Gabriel Zucman who cheered on X: “A historic victory,” he wrote. “A giant step for France an…

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French MPs vote through the left's wealth tax on the ultra-rich

Thanks to abstention by far-right MPs, the 'Zucman tax' was adopted by the Assemblée Nationale, on Thursday. It is unlikely to be approved by the Sénat. The Finance Ministry has been preparing a much more limited tax.

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French parliament approves flat tax on the 'super rich'

A planned two percent tax on the very wealthiest members of society in France has passed its first reading in the National Assembly – but what is it, and how likely is it to become law?