How is forex trading taxed in Spain?
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How is forex trading taxed in Europe?
Forex trading tax treatment varies significantly across EU countries. Germany taxes CFD profits at a flat 25% capital gains rate. France treats forex profits as commercial income (up to 45% marginal). The UK taxes most retail forex gains as capital gains (10-20%). Spread betting is tax-free in the UK and Ireland only.
How is forex trading taxed in Germany?
In Germany, forex CFD profits are taxed as Kapitalerträge (capital income) at a flat 25% Abgeltungsteuer plus 5.5% Solidaritätszuschlag and church tax (8-9% if applicable). The annual Sparer-Pauschbetrag of EUR 1,000 (single) or EUR 2,000 (married) is tax-free.
How is forex trading taxed in the UK?
In the UK, forex CFD profits are taxed as Capital Gains Tax (CGT) at 10% (basic rate) or 20% (higher rate) above the £3,000 annual allowance. Spread betting is tax-free for UK residents. Profits must be declared on a self-assessment tax return.