Tax Burden: Remains at 2019 Highs, Despite Rate Reduction
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The tax burden is 41.3% of GDP, compared to 37.9% in the EU – High indirect taxes, fewer funds for health, education and family
State revenues from taxes and contributions have increased since 2019, while the tax burden on the economy remains at 41.5% of GDP, a percentage significantly higher than the European average. The post Tax burden: Remains at the heights of 2019 despite the reduction in rates – Revealing KEFIM research appeared first on in.gr.
Is it possible for tax and social security contribution rates to be reduced, "cut," but ultimately the bill remains the same and unchanged? It happens and is done.
The total tax burden in Greece in 2025 stood at 41.3%, exactly the same as in 2019.
The dependence of state revenues on indirect taxation remains particularly high, as the relevant revenues correspond to 17.2% of GDP, compared to 13.4% in the European Union. The tax burden in Greece remains at high levels, despite the reductions in taxes and social security contributions since 2019, while significant deviations from the European average are recorded in the distribution of social spending. According to a new analysis by KEFIM, t…
The total tax burden in Greece in 2025 amounts to 41.3% of GDP.
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