Budget 2026 shifts share buyback tax burden to companies
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The Union Budget 2026 has revised the tax structure for share buybacks, shifting the tax burden from retail investors to companies. Previously, earnings from buybacks were taxed as dividend income, often leading to higher liabilities for investors in higher tax brackets. The new policy aims to simplify tax administration and ensure uniform treatment across investment instruments.
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