16% VAT isn't that high to my knowledge.
As seen in other comments, middle classes are the one who will likely pay the most. Lots of "legit" companies/workers are paying income taxes; they represent the 2%.
As seen in other comments, middle classes are the one who will likely pay the most. Lots of "legit" companies/workers are paying income taxes; they represent the 2%.
I'm not entirely sure why, given the number of basic items that don't attract vat (rent, train fares, food).
Buy a new car though and you're paying tons.
Many high-earners aren't 'spending' their money, they're investing it to make more money
Whereas low-earners are spending their pay cheque before the next one arrives.