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Customs Balance 2024 - Income decreased compared to last year

Last year, 2024, customs collections experienced a decline. Lars Klingbeil unveiled the customs balance for 2024 at the Hamburg Port on Tuesday.

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Last year's customs revenue declined, as revealed by Lars Klingbeil during the presentation of the...
Last year's customs revenue declined, as revealed by Lars Klingbeil during the presentation of the 2024 customs balance at the Hamburg Port on Tuesday.

Customs Balance 2024 - Income decreased compared to last year

📣 Breaking News: Zollbilanz 2024 Unveiled in Hamburg 📣

The annual Zollbilanz 2024 report, delivered today in the bustling ambiance of the Hamburger Hafen, showcases some intriguing changes in revenue and taxes. Bundesfinanzminister Lars Klingbeil, accompanied by Armin Rolfink, President of the Generalzolldirektion, laid out the stats that have every economist rubbing their hands in anticipation.

Highlights of the Zollbilanz 2024

Here's a quick rundown of the key numbers:

  1. Total Revenue Drop:
  2. The Zoll took in 150.4 billion Euros in taxes this year, a decline of around 7.5 billion Euros compared to the previous year, 2023.
  3. Einfuhrumsatzsteuer (Import VAT):
  4. The largest chunk of revenue once again came from the Einfuhrumsatzsteuer, amounting to 73.5 billion Euros, 5 billion Euros less than the previous year.
  5. Verbrauchsteuer (Consumption Tax):
  6. While specific figures for Verbrauchsteuer haven't been disclosed, it's a substantial contributor to customs revenue, alongside Einfuhrumsatzsteuer.
  7. Combating Fraud and Illicit Trade:
  8. The Zoll is stepping up its fight against fraud and illegal trade, employing advanced technologies like AI and boosting interagency cooperation.
  9. The crackdown on Schwarzarbeit (black labor) and illegal imports remains a top priority.
  10. Global Trade Challenges:
  11. The Zoll grapples with numerous challenges arising from global trade disruptions, such as the fallout from wars and crises.
  12. There's a persistent issue with the influx of counterfeit goods from countries like China.

These insights not only shed light on the Zoll's financial landscape this year, but also highlight their efforts to root out fraudulent activities and improve overall customs operations. Prost, Hamburg! 🍻🇩🇪

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Following the unfolding of Zollbilanz 2024, the report revealed significant changes within the industry, finance, and business sectors. The declining revenue in customs, notable by a decrease of 7.5 billion Euros compared to 2023, is a trend that has caught the attention of economists and politicians alike. Additionally, the focus on combating fraud and illicit trade, often intertwined with politics, especially in global trade News, demonstrates a broader concern beyond just the financial implications, potentially engaging various stakeholders, including the general public.

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