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Apple and Ireland defeated in €13bn tax deal case by EU’s ‘tax lady’

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Last updated: 2024/09/10 at 9:15 AM
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In a monumental decision, the European Union’s highest court ruled against Apple in a €13 billion case regarding the low tax bills the tech giant had been paying in Ireland. The European Commission had initially found that the extremely low corporate tax rates paid by Apple were an unlawful subsidy, and this ruling has now been definitively upheld by the EU Court of Justice. The victory for Brussels comes as part of a larger campaign against sweetheart deals with multinationals, and this judgment could have significant financial implications for Apple, who may have to pay even more with interest and costs added.

This ruling marks a significant win for the European Commission in its battle against big tech companies such as Apple and Google. In a separate case, Google also lost an appeal against a €2.4 billion EU fine for favoring its own services, further adding to Brussels’ successes in regulating the tax practices of major corporations. Margrethe Vestager, the EU antitrust chief, has been a key figure in these efforts and is set to conclude her term soon. The case against Apple highlights the Commission’s efforts to address tax issues that distort the internal market of the EU, even if tax policy is traditionally set by national governments.

The legal battle between Apple and the European Commission centered around how the tech giant accounted for intellectual property income in its books. The EU’s General Court initially ruled against the Commission in 2020, but this decision has now been overturned by the EU Court of Justice. The ruling requires Apple to pay potentially billions to the Irish Treasury, challenging the tax deals that have long been in place in Ireland. The case has sparked controversy and debate over the role of the EU in regulating tax policies that impact multinational corporations operating within the bloc.

Apple has expressed disappointment with the ruling, stating that they have always paid the taxes they owe and have not received any special treatment. The company argues that it has already paid significant taxes in the US on the same profits, in accordance with international tax law. Despite Apple’s objections, tax activists have welcomed the decision as a step towards closing corporate tax loopholes. Oxfam’s EU tax expert, Chiara Putaturo, praised the ruling for holding EU tax havens accountable for their relationships with multinationals and for ensuring that justice is served in cases of tax evasion.

The Irish government, which has been a key player in attracting US tech companies to the country, opposed the Commission’s case against Apple. The ruling could have broader implications for Ireland as a European hub for tech companies, as it challenges the country’s tax policies and incentives for foreign corporations. The decision also raises questions about the relationship between national tax policies and EU regulatory oversight, highlighting the complexities of regulating multinational corporations operating within the EU.

Overall, this ruling sets a precedent for the EU’s efforts to address tax avoidance by multinational corporations and to ensure fair competition in the single market. The decision against Apple represents a significant victory for the European Commission and its ongoing battle against tax evasion and unfair tax practices. With the EU Court of Justice’s final judgment in this case, Apple is now required to pay potentially billions in back taxes to the Irish Treasury, marking a significant financial setback for the tech giant. The ruling also underscores the importance of international tax laws and regulations in preventing companies from exploiting tax loopholes and avoiding their fair share of taxes.

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