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EU Court Scrutinizes Transfer Pricing and VAT: Key Issues and Recent Cases

  • The European Court of Justice is focusing on intra-group settlements related to VAT and transfer pricing.
  • Recent cases highlight the importance of distinguishing between direct and indirect tax regulations.
  • The court is examining the market-based approach’s compatibility with VAT tax base construction.
  • In the Weatherford case, the court confirmed the right to deduct VAT on services used in business activities.
  • The Arcomet case involves rental fee adjustments and whether they constitute taxable services.
  • The Högkullen case questions VAT applicability on intra-group real estate transactions without payment.
  • The Stellantis Portugal case is about the impact of transfer pricing adjustments on VAT tax base.
  • The General Advocate emphasized that tax assessments should be case-specific.
  • OECD guidelines for transfer pricing are designed for direct taxes and may not align with VAT analysis.
  • The outcomes of these cases could significantly impact capital groups.

Source: mddp.pl


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