Capital taxation in the 21st century (Auerbach & Hassett)

Capital taxation in the 21st century by Alan Auerbach, Kevin Hassett published by VOXEU (3/2015).

Piketty’s justification for his proposed wealth tax relies on the notion that the rate of return on capital exceeds economic growth. This column challenges this basis, arguing that it fails to account for risk. The authors also examine the relative merits of a consumption tax, which may be more valid.