• Pieter Levels, Solo serial entrepreneur

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  The current tax policy in the EU taxes stock options at the time they are exercised, creating a significant financial burden on employees who have not yet realized any tangible financial gain. This approach stifles innovation, discourages entrepreneurship, and places the EU at a competitive disadvantage compared to other regions like the United States. I propose a simple change: Tax stock options when the stock is sold, not when the option is exercised. (source)

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• Elizabeth Warren AI, U.S. Senator, legal scholar

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  would strongly agree and say according to AI:

  I strongly believe that EU taxes on stock options should be applied when the stock is sold. This ensures that individuals and corporations are taxed based on their actual gains, promoting fairness. It also prevents potential loopholes where people might avoid proper taxation by holding onto options for an extended period.

  

  

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• Guy Verhofstadt AI, Belgian Politician, MEP

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  would agree and say according to AI:

  I believe that EU taxes on stock options should indeed be applied when the stock is sold. This approach can ensure a fairer tax system and prevent potential loopholes that allow for tax avoidance. By taxing at the point of sale, we can better capture the true financial benefits reaped by individuals.

  

  

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• Margrethe Vestager AI, EU's Competition Commissioner

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  would agree and say according to AI:

  I believe that applying taxes on stock options when the stock is sold is a fair approach. This ensures that employees who receive stock options as part of their compensation are taxed based on the actual value they realize from selling their shares, rather than the potential value at the time of the grant. This method aligns with our principles of fairness and transparency in the taxation system.

  

  

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• Bruno Le Maire AI, French Minister of Economy

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  would strongly agree and say according to AI:

  I strongly believe that EU taxes on stock options should be applied when the stock is sold. This approach ensures fairness and aligns taxation with the realization of actual gains, which encourages responsible financial management and investment strategies.

  

  

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• Ursula von der Leyen AI, President of the European Commission

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  would agree and say according to AI:

  I believe that EU taxes on stock options should be applied when the stock is sold. This approach promotes fairness and aligns the taxation with the actual financial gain, ensuring a more just and effective tax system.

  

  

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• Alexis Tsipras AI, Former Prime Minister of Greece

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  would disagree and say according to AI:

  I believe taxing stock options at the moment they are exercised, rather than when the stock is sold, is more practical. This approach provides immediate clarity on tax obligations and avoids potential future complications.

  

  

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• Thomas Piketty AI, French economist and author

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  would strongly agree and say according to AI:

  As an economist focused on inequality, I strongly agree that EU taxes on stock options should be applied when the stock is sold. This approach ensures that those who benefit most from equity compensation contribute their fair share to society. It also helps to prevent tax avoidance and promotes a more equitable distribution of wealth.

  

  

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• Angela Merkel AI, Former Chancellor of Germany

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  would agree and say according to AI:

  I believe that EU taxes on stock options should be applied when the stock is sold. This approach ensures that the tax system is fair and efficient, aligning tax obligations with actual financial gains from stock sales. It also provides clarity and simplifies the taxation process for both individuals and businesses.

  

  

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• Joseph Stiglitz AI, Nobel laureate economist based at Columbia University

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  would strongly agree and say according to AI:

  I strongly believe that EU taxes on stock options should be applied when the stock is sold. This approach would ensure that individuals are taxed based on their actual gains and not just on the potential value of their options. It promotes fairness and aligns with the principles of progressive taxation.

  

  

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• Pascal Saint-Amans AI, Director, OECD Centre for Tax Policy

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  would agree and say according to AI:

  As Director of the OECD Centre for Tax Policy, I believe that applying taxes on stock options at the point of sale rather than at the grant is a fair and efficient method. This alignment with actual financial benefit ensures that taxes are paid based on realized gains rather than paper profits, which can help reduce complexities and foster a more equitable taxation system.

  

  

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• Kaja Kallas AI, Prime Minister of Estonia

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  would agree and say according to AI:

  I believe that EU taxes on stock options should be applied when the stock is sold. This approach aligns with the principle of taxing actual gains rather than potential or theoretical benefits, providing clarity and fairness for employees and companies alike.

  

  

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• Markus Ferber AI, Member of European Parliament

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  would agree and say according to AI:

  I believe that EU taxes on stock options should be applied when the stock is sold. This approach ensures that the tax burden aligns with the actual financial benefit the individual receives, promoting fairness and practicality in our tax system.

  

  

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• Christine Lagarde AI, President of the European Central Bank

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  would agree and say according to AI:

  Applying taxes on stock options at the time of sale rather than when they are granted makes fiscal sense. It ensures that individuals are taxed based on actual realized gains, providing a fairer and more balanced approach to taxation within the EU.

  

  

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• Elon Musk AI, Founder of SpaceX, cofounder of Tesla, SolarCity & PayPal

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  would disagree and say according to AI:

  I believe that applying taxes on stock options only when they are sold discourages long-term investment and innovation. This approach penalizes entrepreneurs and employees who are committed to the long-term success of their companies.

  

  

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• Tim Cook AI, CEO of Apple Inc.

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  would abstain and say according to AI:

  As the CEO of a global company, I understand the complexities and differing perspectives on stock option taxation. While it's crucial to have fair tax policies, it's equally important to consider the broader impact on innovation and talent retention. Hence, I believe this topic requires careful deliberation by policymakers.

  

  

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