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What is a primary characteristic of shell companies?
What is a primary characteristic of shell companies?
- They have a large number of employees.
- They primarily conduct business activities in multiple locations.
- They are required to file extensive annual reports.
- They lack significant physical presence and operational activities. (correct)
Which of the following is a potential illegitimate use of shell companies?
Which of the following is a potential illegitimate use of shell companies?
- Hiding business ownership from law enforcement. (correct)
- Facilitating local business transactions.
- Encouraging investment in local economies.
- Promoting transparency in financial reporting.
Which scenario illustrates a common misuse of shell companies?
Which scenario illustrates a common misuse of shell companies?
- A corporation publicly lists its operations in an annual report.
- A company owns several retail stores in its home country.
- A business uses a shell company in the Cayman Islands for tax purposes. (correct)
- A firm employs hundreds of workers for manufacturing.
How might high earners utilize shell companies to manage their income?
How might high earners utilize shell companies to manage their income?
What is another name commonly used to describe shell companies?
What is another name commonly used to describe shell companies?
What is the primary goal of using tax havens by individuals and corporations?
What is the primary goal of using tax havens by individuals and corporations?
How can round-tripping be best described?
How can round-tripping be best described?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic associated with tax havens?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic associated with tax havens?
Which action is a common outcome of using tax havens?
Which action is a common outcome of using tax havens?
What is one potential consequence of round-tripping as a practice?
What is one potential consequence of round-tripping as a practice?
Flashcards
Shell company
Shell company
A corporation with minimal physical presence and business activity, often used for concealing ownership or financial transactions.
Tax evasion
Tax evasion
The act of avoiding paying taxes legally owed.
Money laundering
Money laundering
The process of making illegally obtained money appear legal.
Illegal use of shell companies
Illegal use of shell companies
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Shell corporation
Shell corporation
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Tax Haven
Tax Haven
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Round-Tripping
Round-Tripping
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Tax Avoidance vs. Tax Evasion
Tax Avoidance vs. Tax Evasion
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Study Notes
Shell Companies
- Shell companies are entities existing primarily on paper.
- They lack significant physical presence, employees, or operational activities.
- Also known as shell corporations or ghost firms.
- Not inherently illegal.
- Often misused for illicit purposes
- Examples of misuse include concealing ownership from authorities and the public.
- Frequently used for tax evasion and money laundering.
- High earners may use shell companies in jurisdictions like the Cayman Islands to funnel income, avoiding personal income tax reporting.
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