European Democratic Party

Agree

Yes, but I would prefer if they were banned

The EDP's support for a more regulated financial market and their focus on sustainable and inclusive growth might make them more inclined to support stronger measures against practices they perceive as potentially harmful to the economy's long-term health. Banning stock buybacks could be seen as a bold move to promote investment in real economic growth and curb short-term financial engineering, aligning with their broader economic policies. However, their moderate stance suggests they would prefer regulation over outright bans, hence the score is not maximally positive. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes

The European Democratic Party (EDP), being centrist and pro-European, might support moderate regulatory measures to ensure financial fairness and stability within the EU market. Taxing stock buybacks could be seen as a way to discourage excessive financial engineering and promote long-term investment in the real economy. However, their centrist stance suggests they would not strongly advocate for heavy taxation without considering the broader economic implications. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

No, the biggest beneficiary of stock buybacks are pension funds and mutual funds

Acknowledging the role of pension funds and mutual funds as beneficiaries of stock buybacks, the EDP might slightly agree with this statement, considering their centrist approach that balances the interests of both businesses and citizens. However, their commitment to social justice and reducing inequality might temper their agreement, as they would also consider the broader societal impacts. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Neutral

No, there is no evidence that firms that engage in buybacks reduce their investments

The EDP might have a neutral stance on this argument. While they would understand the importance of investment in the economy, they would also be aware of the broader implications of stock buybacks, including potential impacts on income inequality and corporate governance. Their centrist position would lead them to weigh both sides of the argument carefully. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly disagree

No

Given the EDP's centrist and pro-business orientation, they might be cautious about outright opposing taxation on stock buybacks, recognizing the potential for such measures to address income inequality and corporate governance issues. However, they would likely express concerns about the impact of such taxes on the business environment and investment climate in the EU. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.