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The danger of Trump’s tax plans
The business leaders President Trump met with in January will be cheered by his plans to cut corporate taxes, but his income tax cuts could have a detrimental effect (source: dpa)
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What's inside
- Donald Trump’s plan to cut corporate taxes is a step in the right direction
- His plans for personal income tax, however, could make things worse
- The U.S. economy will suffer unless Mr. Trump commits to free-market policies
Who will benefit?
- Report is targeted to the decision makers in cross country manufacturing – suppliers, manufacturers, logistics.
- Also considered useful for the administrative university facilities, to better understand the possible effects of current decisions.
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