Europa: Italien plant milliardenschwere Steuersenkungen und höhere Bankenabgaben
Giorgia Meloni erhöht die Steuern für Banken und Konzerne, um vor der Wahl Steuersenkungen und höhere Ausgaben von 26 Milliarden Euro zu finanzieren.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's government plans to introduce significant tax cuts amounting to billions of euros and higher bank levies for the 2027 budget. This move aims to finance 26 billion euros worth of tax reductions, increased spending, and a larger portion of the national healthcare system. The tax burden for middle-income earners and self-employed individuals will be reduced, while providing more resources for the national healthcare system.
The Italian economy, the third largest in the EU, is expected to see a budget deficit of 3.4% of its GDP next year, surpassing the EU limit of three percent and the projected 2.9% for 2026. The financial sector is set to contribute over five billion euros to these measures, while energy companies and the gaming industry will each contribute 700 million euros.
Italian Premier Meloni stated that an agreement with the financial sector could not be reached beforehand, but does not expect legal actions from the affected businesses. However, Finance Minister Maurizio Leo assured that the higher tax burden will not affect banks' capital ratios. Additionally, Meloni announced plans to raise the financial transactions tax.
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