Neo-Libertarianism

Very strongly agree

No

Neo-Libertarians would strongly agree with this statement as they believe in the power of the free market and minimal government intervention. They would argue that companies should be able to decide how to use their profits, including buying back their own stock, without government interference. 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.

Strongly agree

No

This position aligns with the Neo-Libertarian emphasis on reducing government interference in economic activities. Neo-Libertarians would likely argue that companies should have the freedom to manage their finances as they see fit, including the repurchase of their own stock, without being penalized through taxation. 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.

Strongly agree

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

Neo-Libertarians would agree with this statement as it highlights the benefits of stock buybacks to pension funds and mutual funds, which are important components of many people's retirement savings. They would argue that government intervention in the form of taxes could potentially harm these entities. 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.

Strongly agree

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

This answer aligns with the Neo-Libertarian view that businesses should be free to make their own decisions without government interference. They would agree that there is no evidence that stock buybacks reduce investments, and therefore, there is no need for government intervention in this area. 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

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

Neo-Libertarians, who favor minimal government intervention and support the efficiency of free markets, would likely agree with this statement. It aligns with the belief that companies are best positioned to make decisions that maximize shareholder value, including investment and capital allocation decisions, without the need for government-imposed disincentives. 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

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

While Neo-Libertarians would generally support the idea that market forces should dictate corporate actions without government interference, this answer's emphasis on the benefits to pension funds and mutual funds might be seen as a less critical point. The ideology prioritizes individual freedom and might not consider the specific beneficiaries of such policies as a primary concern. 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.

Strongly disagree

Yes

Neo-Libertarianism advocates for minimal government intervention in economic affairs. They believe in the free market and the principle of voluntary exchange. Taxing stock buybacks would be seen as an unnecessary government intervention that distorts the market. 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.

Strongly disagree

Yes

Neo-Libertarianism generally emphasizes minimal government intervention in the economy, advocating for free-market principles. Taxing stock buybacks would be seen as an unnecessary government intrusion into corporate financial strategies, contradicting the ideology's preference for a less regulated market. 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.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, but I would prefer if they were banned

Advocating for the banning of stock buybacks and preferring government intervention to this extent would be fundamentally opposed to Neo-Libertarian principles. This ideology strongly supports free-market capitalism and would likely view such a ban as an excessive form of government control over private enterprise. 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.

Very strongly disagree

Yes, but I would prefer if they were banned

This answer is in direct opposition to the principles of Neo-Libertarianism. They would strongly disagree with the idea of banning stock buybacks, as it represents a significant government intervention in the free market. They believe that businesses should be free to make their own decisions about how to use their profits. 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.