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Bring Us Your Capital Gains … They Will Be Exempted In Belgium

Belgium has long been considered a tax haven due to its lack of capital gains tax on financial assets managed within a private estate. The Act of 6 April 2026 introduces a new capital gains tax regime with a 10% fixed rate and generous allowances, including a €1 million exemption for business owners holding at least 20% of company shares. Despite this change, Belgium's competitive tax structure with step-up provisions for new residents and deferred exit taxes may continue to attract entrepreneurs and

Belgium Tax

Delsol Avocats

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EU Fund Managers: Structuring Considerations For Belgian Private Privak Investors In Luxembourg Private Equity Funds

Belgian family offices and fund-of-funds utilizing the Privak regime face unique challenges when investing through Luxembourg structures, particularly regarding tax-neutral status requirements and participation exemption conditions. The look-through treatment of transparent entities like SCSps can create complications with underlying assets, prompting the need for alternative structuring solutions that maintain compliance while accommodating diverse investor bases.

Worldwide Tax

Loyens & Loeff

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Wealth Maximization vs. Profit Maximization: Definitions And Differences