- About a third of businesses believe that the planned VAT measures by the government will have some or a significant impact on their revenue or industry
- 56% of respondents think that the VAT measures will affect their personal finances
- The government plans to increase VAT on culture, books, newspapers, sports, and hotel stays from 9% to 21% in 2026 to generate extra tax revenue
- Different sectors expect varying impacts from the VAT measures, with culture, sports, and recreation feeling the most affected
- Younger respondents expect more impact from the VAT measures compared to older respondents
- Many businesses fear a negative impact on their competitive position in the Dutch and European markets due to the VAT measures
- Overall, businesses are pessimistic about the impact of the planned VAT measures on their personal finances, with 56% expecting some or significant influence.
Source: fiscaalvanmorgen.nl
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