🚨 Netherlands Faces Backlash Over Unrealized Gains Tax on Stocks & Crypto 🇳🇱
The Netherlands is moving toward taxing unrealized capital gains on assets like stocks, bonds, and cryptocurrencies, even if investors haven’t sold them — and the reaction has been intense.
🔹 Annual tax would apply to paper gains, not just realized profits
🔹 Aims to fix the Box 3 system after court rulings rejected “assumed returns”
🔹 Lawmakers warn delaying the plan could cost €2.3B per year in revenue
🔹 Majority of parties across the political spectrum are expected to support it
⚠️ Investor & Crypto Pushback
Critics argue the policy could drive capital and talent out of the country, with crypto figures warning it punishes long-term holders and increases financial uncertainty. Some investors are already considering relocation to more tax-friendly jurisdictions.
📉 While the government sees administrative simplicity and budget stability, markets see capital flight risk — especially for mobile assets like crypto.
This could become a major test case for how far governments can go before investors vote with their feet.
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