From January 1, 2026, Belgium introduces a new tax framework for capital gains on financial assets. In this episode, we break down the new rules affecting shares, funds, crypto-assets, securities accounts, and certain types of investment income.

What really changes? Who is concerned? What does the 10% tax on capital gains mean in practice? How do the annual basic exemption, the December 31, 2025 reference date for historical gains, and the specific rules for securities accounts, dividends, funds, and real estate fit into the bigger picture?

This episode is designed to make the reform easier to understand, with a clear and practical explanation of the new Belgian tax framework, using simple examples and avoiding unnecessary jargon.

A useful episode for anyone who wants to understand the end of Belgium’s long-standing exception on capital gains taxation and anticipate the possible impact on their personal finances and investments.

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