Understanding Cum-Ex Deals

What is the primary focus of Cum-Ex deals?

• To enhance shareholder value

• To improve market liquidity

• To exploit tax loopholes

• To increase company profits

In the example provided, what financial strategy does Boris use to sell shares he doesn't own?

• Margin trading

• Long selling

• Day trading

• Short selling

How much tax is initially deducted from Adam's dividend payout?

• €75,000

• €50,000

• €25,000

• €100,000

What is the main consequence of Cum-Ex deals for the German Treasury?

• Enhanced investor confidence

• Multi-billion euro loss

• Increased tax revenue

• Improved financial regulations

What was the response of German politicians to the Cum-Ex scandal?

• They encouraged more trading

• They increased dividend taxes

• They closed the tax loopholes

• They ignored the issue