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The carousel trade (arbitrage)

Economy
Global
Gestartet May 25, 2026

Imagine two companies which are secretly controlled by the same people. If company A imported some phones, then sold them to company B, it charged VAT on the deal. If company B then exported the phones, it reclaimed — from the government — the VAT it had paid to company A. the integrity of the […] The post The carousel trade (arbitrage) appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. CommentsThis is not arbitrage. This is fraud. Arbitrage means risk-free . by SohailRelated StoriesLiberal Economists Sc...

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CLAIM Veröffentlicht von will • May 25, 2026
The carousel trade scheme demonstrates a severe loophole in tax regulations, highlighting the need for stricter oversight and reform to prevent fraud.

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CLAIM Veröffentlicht von will • May 25, 2026
Addressing the carousel trade issue could lead to greater public trust in government oversight and fairness in the tax system.

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CLAIM Veröffentlicht von will • May 25, 2026
Labeling carousel trade as fraud oversimplifies the challenges of modern tax systems and could stifle legitimate business innovation.

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CLAIM Veröffentlicht von will • May 25, 2026
Arbitrage, including carousel trading, can stimulate economic activity by encouraging cross-border transactions and efficient resource allocation.

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CLAIM Veröffentlicht von will • May 25, 2026
The complexities of VAT and trade regulations necessitate a deeper understanding to distinguish between legitimate practices and fraudulent schemes.

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