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Here’s a fun fact to kickstart your final trading day of the week: Did you know there are countries where traders barely pay any taxes on their stock market earnings? Yep- while most of us are calculating how much Uncle Sam (or his global cousins) will take, traders in some corners of the world are keeping nearly every cent of their gains.

So, where are these magical, tax-light havens? Grab your coffee, refresh those charts, and let’s take a quick trip around the world to see where taxes don’t eat your profits. Ready? Let’s dive in.

United Arab Emirates

• No personal income tax

• No capital gains tax on individuals

• No dividend tax

• Corporate taxes apply to some sectors (e.g. oil, foreign banks)

• Residency may be required to benefit fully

Monaco

• No personal income tax

• No capital gains tax on individuals

• No wealth tax

• French citizens are still taxed by France

• High cost of living and strict residency requirements

Switzerland

• Capital gains are tax-free for private (non-professional) investors

• No tax on long-term stock investments if not classified as a trader

• Dividends are usually taxed (15–35%)

• “Professional traders” may be subject to capital gains tax

• Tax rules may vary by canton (regional differences)

Andorra

• No capital gains tax for small or long-term holdings

• General income tax is low (max 10%)

• Tax exemption applies to small shareholders or long-term holdings

• Tax applies if you hold a large stake or sell within 1 year

• Requires Andorran residency to benefit

Bahamas

• No personal income tax

• No capital gains tax

• No dividend tax

• Must be a resident to benefit long-term

• Indirect taxes like VAT or import duties may still apply

Now Let’s Look At The Market Updates!