- Chinese government considering consumption tax reforms that could affect luxury goods market
- High-end goods like luxury bags, watches, and jewelry may be first to be impacted
- Existing taxes on luxury goods in China are seen as insufficient by some economists
- Other niche categories like private jets and high-end furniture are not currently taxed
- UBS analysts warn that higher consumption taxes could negatively impact luxury brands like Swatch and Richemont
- Higher taxes may reduce domestic Chinese demand for luxury goods, increasing reliance on international tourism
- Luxury goods prices in China are already 20% higher than the rest of the world
- Swatch Group would be most affected by potential tax reforms due to high exposure to Chinese market
Source: proactiveinvestors.com
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