Companies Under Pressure Over Low Tax Payments

The video discusses the issue of tax avoidance by major companies like Starbucks, Amazon, and Google, and how it affects consumer behavior. Despite being labeled as immoral, many consumers continue to support these brands due to convenience and habit. A survey reveals that a majority of people believe the government isn't doing enough to ensure multinationals pay their fair share of taxes. The video also highlights the irony of boycotting Starbucks on platforms like Facebook, which are also accused of tax avoidance.

What is the main ethical concern discussed in relation to companies like Starbucks and Google?

• Their tax avoidance practices

• Their environmental impact

• Their labor policies

• Their product quality

According to the YouGov poll, why do most shoppers continue to buy from tax-avoiding companies?

• They believe the companies are innocent

• They prioritize convenience and habit

• They receive discounts from these companies

• They are unaware of the tax issues

What percentage of shoppers, according to the YouGov poll, avoid companies known for tax avoidance?

• 50%

• 81%

• 27%

• 63%

What is the public's general opinion about the government's role in multinational tax contributions?

• The government is doing enough

• The government is over-regulating

• The government is not doing enough

• The government is unaware of the issue

What irony is highlighted in the boycott movements against Starbucks?

• Starbucks has already changed its tax practices

• The boycott is organized on a platform also accused of tax avoidance

• The boycott has no real impact on sales

• Starbucks is not a major tax avoider