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Understanding Tax Shield & Export
What is a Tax Shield?
A tax shield is the reduction in income taxes that results from taking an allowable deduction from taxable income. Since taxes are calculated on net income (revenue minus expenses), any expense that can be deducted reduces the taxable income and, therefore, the amount of tax owed.
Common sources of tax shields include:
- Interest on Debt: Interest paid on borrowed funds is typically tax-deductible for businesses.
- Depreciation: A non-cash expense that allows businesses to deduct the cost of tangible assets over their useful lives.
- Amortization: Similar to depreciation, but for intangible assets (like patents or goodwill).
- Other Tax-Deductible Expenses: Various operational costs that qualify as deductions.
The value of a tax shield is calculated as: Deductible Expense × Tax Rate.
A higher tax shield means a greater tax saving, which can improve a company's cash flow and overall financial health.