3 Charts to Know: Tax Reform's Boon to U.S. Corporates

The video tutorial discusses the recent investor enthusiasm for highly taxed companies in the U.S., comparing their performance to the S&P 500. It highlights key milestones in the tax reform process, including Senate actions and GOP support. The tutorial also examines the evolution of corporate and personal tax rates over the past 40 years, noting significant reductions in corporate rates and the political influences on tax policies.

What does an increase in the ratio of the most taxed companies to the S&P 500 indicate?

• The S&P 500 is outperforming the most taxed companies.

• The S&P 500 and the most taxed companies are performing equally.

• The most taxed companies are underperforming the S&P 500.

• The most taxed companies are outperforming the S&P 500.

Which event on November 28th marked a significant milestone for high-tax companies?

• The Senate passed the tax reform plan.

• The Budget Committee in the Senate passed a version of the tax reform plan.

• Donald Trump signed the tax reform bill.

• The House of Representatives passed the tax reform plan.

What was the effective corporate tax rate in 1967?

• 50%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

How has the personal income tax rate changed over the past 40 years?

• It has fluctuated widely.

• It has remained stable at 15%.

• It has decreased significantly.

• It has increased significantly.

Which political parties are represented by the blue and red lines in the tax rate analysis?

• Independent and Democrat respectively.

• Democrat and Independent respectively.

• Democrat and Republican respectively.

• Republican and Democrat respectively.