{"id":14928,"date":"2025-05-12T09:44:35","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T07:44:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.best-value.be\/taxe-sur-les-plus-values-transmission-entreprise\/"},"modified":"2025-07-09T16:26:09","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T14:26:09","slug":"belgian-tax-reform-business-transfer-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.best-value.be\/en\/belgian-tax-reform-business-transfer-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Belgium\u2019s planned capital gains tax: What it means for business owners"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"195\"><strong data-start=\"139\" data-end=\"195\">Tax reform: transferring your business in the future<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"787\">As part of a broader effort to restore fiscal balance, the Belgian federal government has submitted a draft bill introducing a <strong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"506\">new tax on capital gains<\/strong> from various financial assets. These include shares, bonds, investment funds, cryptocurrencies, and more. Commonly referred to as a <strong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"669\">\u201csolidarity contribution\u201d<\/strong>, the measure aims to promote tax fairness. However, it raises significant concerns among investors and business owners, especially regarding its impact on <strong data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"851\">business transfer strategies<\/strong>. With many details still unclear, such as implementation deadlines and treatment of ongoing transactions,<strong> uncertainty is high across the economic landscape.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"806\"><strong data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"806\">Key takeaways of the reform<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1289\">The centrepiece of the bill is a <strong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1107\">10% tax on capital gains<\/strong>, applicable from <strong data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1144\">January 1, 2026<\/strong>. To protect small investors, a general <strong data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1205\">\u20ac10,000 exemption<\/strong> is included. Notably, <strong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1248\">family donations<\/strong> are excluded from the scope of this tax. The reform targets <strong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1344\">individuals and legal entities<\/strong> such as non-profits and foundations. However, <strong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1415\">commercial companies<\/strong> (e.g. SA, SRL, cooperatives) are <strong data-start=\"1449\" data-end=\"1459\">exempt<\/strong>. This means that companies holding equity in other businesses will not be taxed under the new rules. On the other hand, individuals who own and sell shares <strong data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"1624\">in their name<\/strong> will be directly impacted.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1624\"><strong>The reform introduces thresholds and differentiated rates based on the shareholder\u2019s level of ownership :<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"2240\">\n<li data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1736\">\n<p data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1736\"><strong data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1686\">Less than 20% ownership and less than \u20ac10,000 in gains<\/strong>: classified as a small investor \u2192 fully exempt.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1878\">\n<p data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1878\"><strong data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1797\">Less than 20% ownership and more than \u20ac10,000 in gains<\/strong>: considered a medium investor \u2192 taxed at 10% on the portion exceeding \u20ac10,000.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1879\" data-end=\"2240\">\n<p data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"2038\"><strong data-start=\"1881\" data-end=\"1907\">At least 20% ownership<\/strong>: classified as a significant shareholder \u2192 tax exemption on the first \u20ac1 million of capital gains, followed by a progressive rate:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2240\">\n<li data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2074\">\n<p data-start=\"2044\" data-end=\"2074\">0% between \u20ac0 and \u20ac1 million<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2122\">\n<p data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2122\">1.25% between \u20ac1 million and \u20ac2.5 million<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2125\" data-end=\"2170\">\n<p data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2170\">2.25% between \u20ac2.5 million and \u20ac5 million<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2214\">\n<p data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2214\">5% between \u20ac5 million and \u20ac10 million<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2217\" data-end=\"2240\">\n<p data-start=\"2219\" data-end=\"2240\">10% above \u20ac10 million<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2554\">This progressive model is designed to favour significant shareholders. However, it poses challenges for <strong data-start=\"2511\" data-end=\"2538\">family-owned businesses<\/strong>, where shares are often divided among relatives. For example, each holding less than 20% and therefore missing out on the more favourable regime.<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2633\"><strong data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2595\">Implications for business transfers<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2633\"><strong data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2633\">Reassessing transfer strategies<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2768\" data-end=\"2976\">For <strong data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2797\">minority shareholders<\/strong>, the reform could eliminate key tax advantages. This may discourage small-scale investment in SMEs or prompt families to <strong data-start=\"2919\" data-end=\"2948\">restructure their capital<\/strong> to meet the new thresholds. In the <strong data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"2999\">M&amp;A market<\/strong>, the announcement may accelerate deals, with some sellers aiming to close before the tax takes effect in 2026.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3072\"><strong data-start=\"3040\" data-end=\"3072\">Impact on business valuation<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"3149\" data-end=\"3366\">Only <strong data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3202\">capital gains realised after January 1, 2026,<\/strong> will be taxable. Gains built up until the end of 2025 remain <strong data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3274\">exempt, <\/strong>but only if you can establish the value of your shares as of <strong data-start=\"3344\" data-end=\"3365\">December 31, 2025<\/strong>. This is straightforward for listed companies but <strong data-start=\"3417\" data-end=\"3446\">far more complex for SMEs<\/strong>. To secure your exemption, it\u2019s essential to obtain a <strong data-start=\"3501\" data-end=\"3540\">professional and reliable valuation<\/strong> by the end of 2025.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3641\" data-end=\"4046\">This measure reshuffles the deck for business transfers, especially as the government\u2019s proposed valuation methods are sometimes viewed as <strong data-start=\"3779\" data-end=\"3810\">unfair or overly simplistic<\/strong>. The draft law outlines <strong data-start=\"3835\" data-end=\"3906\">three methods to determine reference prices as of December 31, 2025,<\/strong> for unlisted companies. However, these approaches raise several questions and leave much uncertainty regarding their practical application.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"4048\" data-end=\"4100\"><strong data-start=\"4048\" data-end=\"4100\">Reference price determination: Available options<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"4102\" data-end=\"4547\">\n<li data-start=\"4102\" data-end=\"4213\">\n<p data-start=\"4104\" data-end=\"4213\"><strong data-start=\"4104\" data-end=\"4133\">A third-party transaction<\/strong>: if a sale took place in 2025, the price may serve as the official benchmark.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4214\" data-end=\"4394\">\n<p data-start=\"4216\" data-end=\"4394\"><strong data-start=\"4216\" data-end=\"4249\">A contractual offer or option<\/strong>: if a valuation formula is included in a valid contract or buy\/sell option effective as of January 1, 2026, it may be accepted as a reference.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4395\" data-end=\"4547\">\n<p data-start=\"4397\" data-end=\"4547\"><strong data-start=\"4397\" data-end=\"4423\">A standardised formula<\/strong>: in the absence of any reference, the administration will apply a formula based on equity and a fixed EBITDA multiple of 4.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"4549\" data-end=\"4965\">The use of a <strong data-start=\"4562\" data-end=\"4592\">fixed EBITDA multiple of 4<\/strong> is arbitrary and <strong data-start=\"4610\" data-end=\"4656\">fails to reflect sector-specific realities<\/strong>. As an additional option, the government allows for the involvement of a <strong data-start=\"4730\" data-end=\"4750\">valuation expert<\/strong> to determine the market value based on the financial position as of December 31, 2025. If you&#8217;re planning to sell shares by 2030, <strong data-start=\"4881\" data-end=\"4964\">it&#8217;s strongly recommended to obtain a professional valuation by the end of 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"4967\" data-end=\"5253\">Doing so will establish what the legislation calls the <strong data-start=\"5022\" data-end=\"5054\">historical acquisition value<\/strong>\u2014the market value of the company based on the financial statements as of December 31, 2025. This value will then serve as the <strong data-start=\"5180\" data-end=\"5192\">baseline<\/strong> for calculating taxable capital gains after January 1, 2026.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"5255\" data-end=\"5282\"><strong data-start=\"5255\" data-end=\"5282\">Plan by starting now<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"5284\" data-end=\"5425\">Since the governmental agreement has not yet been officially published, <strong data-start=\"5356\" data-end=\"5424\">legal clarifications and potential adjustments are still pending<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"5427\" data-end=\"5869\">As a business owner, you&#8217;re likely wondering how this reform could affect your strategic decisions today and in the future. In the meantime, it is crucial to plan. If you&#8217;re considering a business transfer or restructuring, <strong data-start=\"5657\" data-end=\"5718\">BestValue is here to help you assess the potential impact<\/strong> of these measures on your plans. In this uncertain environment, <strong data-start=\"5783\" data-end=\"5869\">working with business valuation experts is not just an advantage \u2014 it\u2019s a necessity.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tax reform: transferring your business in the future As part of a broader effort to restore fiscal balance, the Belgian federal government has submitted a draft bill introducing a new tax on capital gains from various financial assets. These include shares, bonds, investment funds, cryptocurrencies, and more. 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