Get ready to hit the autobahn and explore the world of German taxes! We'll navigate the complexities of Germany’s corporate tax structure, including the combined federal and local rates, and unravel the complexities of local trade taxes and the real estate transaction tax, exploring their impact on businesses and property investments.  Alex Mengden, Global Policy Analyst, joins Kyle Hulehan to discuss Germany's unique federal system shaping state and local taxes, the intricacies of the value-added tax (VAT), and the substantial labor tax burden. Links: https://taxfoundation.org/data/all/eu/germany-trade-tax-rates/ Support the Show.Follow us!https://twitter.com/TaxFoundationhttps://twitter.com/deductionpodSupport the show