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Austrian government child investment proposal

Overview

The Austrian government is proposing a new investment model titled ‘Zukunftsdepot’ (Future Deposit) to promote long-term savings for children. Scheduled for implementation in January 2027, the plan allows parents or family members to open tax-advantaged accounts in a child’s name, with annual deposits capped at 5,000 euros.

Key features of the proposal include a potential one-time state contribution of up to 500 euros per child and an exemption from the standard 27.5 percent capital gains tax on earnings until the child reaches age 18. The government is also considering waiving account management fees.

While coalition partners have reached a principle agreement, political discussions regarding financing remain ongoing. The Ministry of Finance has raised questions about the funding model, and the Green Party has opposed using the Family Assistance Fund (FLAF) for state contributions. Meanwhile, the FPÖ has expressed support for the concept while advocating for broader tax relief for traditional savings.

Entities

Claudia Bauer · Upper Austria · FPÖ · Christian Dörfel · Christian Stocker

Timeline

  1. 8 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
    Austria plans state-funded investment accounts for children

    Austria plans to launch the ‘Zukunftsdepot’ in 2027, offering a 500 euro state startup grant and tax-free investment accounts for children to support their future education and housing costs.

  2. 9 days ago

    [POLITICS] 2 sources
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Sources

behindertenarbeit.at · havadis.at · snmedia.at · top-news.at