Apple, Alphabet's Google Forced To Cough Up Multi-Billion Dollars In Fines As Top EU Court Rules Against Tech Giants
Portfolio Pulse from Shanthi Rexaline
Apple and Alphabet's Google face significant fines from the EU Court of Justice. Apple is ordered to pay $14.4 billion in back taxes to Ireland, while Google's $2.65 billion fine for antitrust violations is upheld. Both companies' shares are trading lower in premarket.
September 10, 2024 | 9:35 am
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Apple faces a $14.4 billion fine from the EU for receiving illegal tax benefits in Ireland. This decision may impact Apple's financials and investor sentiment negatively in the short term.
The EU Court's decision to uphold the $14.4 billion fine against Apple for tax impropriety is a significant financial and reputational blow. This could lead to a negative short-term impact on Apple's stock price as investors react to the financial burden and potential for further regulatory scrutiny.
CONFIDENCE 95
IMPORTANCE 90
RELEVANCE 100
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Google's $2.65 billion fine for antitrust violations is upheld by the EU Court. This ruling may negatively affect Google's stock price in the short term due to financial and reputational impacts.
The EU Court's decision to uphold the $2.65 billion fine against Google for antitrust violations reinforces regulatory challenges for the company. This could lead to a negative short-term impact on Google's stock price as investors consider the financial and reputational consequences.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 85
RELEVANCE 100