Amazon's Major Victory in EU Court: What Does It Mean for Global Tax Battles?
Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri
Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:AMZN) won a legal battle in the EU's top court, negating a €250 million tax bill from the European Commission. The court ruled that Amazon's tax deal with Luxembourg wasn't illegal state aid. This is a blow to EU Competition Chief Margrethe Vestager's efforts against tax advantages for large firms. The ruling may influence similar cases, like Apple Inc's (NASDAQ:AAPL) pending €13 billion tax order. Amazon's stock saw a slight increase in premarket trading.
December 14, 2023 | 12:14 pm
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The EU court's decision in favor of Amazon may indirectly impact Apple's ongoing €13 billion tax case, potentially affecting investor sentiment and AAPL's stock price.
While the ruling is directly about Amazon, it sets a precedent that could influence the outcome of Apple's similar tax case in the EU. Investors may speculate on the implications for Apple, but the direct impact on AAPL stock is less certain until a final ruling in Apple's case is made.
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Amazon's victory in the EU court over a €250 million tax bill may positively influence investor sentiment and provide a short-term boost to its stock price.
The court's decision removes a significant financial liability and regulatory concern for Amazon, which is likely to be viewed positively by investors. The premarket trading uptick suggests an immediate positive reaction, although broader market conditions will also influence the stock's performance.
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