Question: what is the capital gains tax rate in germany?
Answer: Flat rate tax on private income from capital and capital gains ("Abgeltungsteuer") Since 2009-01-01 Germany levies a flat rate tax on private income from capital and capital gains called the Abgeltungsteuer. The tax rate is 25% plus 5.5% solidarity surcharge. The tax is levied at German sources as capital yields tax.