Euronext executive warns Dutch tax debate could deter small investors

René van Vlerken, an executive at exchange operator Euronext, has criticised Dutch tax plans that he says would place a heavier burden on small investors. He argues that the plans clash with European efforts to encourage more savers to invest. ANP reported his comments on 1 October in a story published by Nieuws.nl. [1]

Van Vlerken said the discussion about Box 3, the Dutch tax regime affecting savings and investments, was creating uncertainty, particularly for smaller investors. He argued that encouraging people to invest would strengthen European capital markets, provide more growth funding for companies and help individuals build wealth over time. [1]