Spain Weighs Sales-Tax Increase That Rajoy Opposed in Campaign
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The Spanish government is studying a possible increase in sales tax following a recommendation from the European Commission, according to a budget ministry official.
Officials are considering revising the list of products that benefit from reduced rates of 8 percent and 4 percent to increase revenue, said the official, who asked not to be named in line with policy. The standard sales tax rate is 18 percent.