How the DGT's position has evolved
Current position
Mergers by absorption of wholly-owned entities may qualify for the tax neutrality regime if they are carried out for commercial purposes and comply with Article 76.1.c) of the LIS (Corporate Income Tax Law). Under this regime, no income is recognized from the transfer or the annulment of the participation in the absorbed entity. Assets maintain their previous tax values and seniority, provided that the main objective of the operation is not fraud, evasion, or a spurious tax advantage.
Automatic analysis was unable to anchor the milestones to the available criteria. The DGT's position appears consistent within the corpus.
Analysis based on 16 of 22 rulings with a stated position. Updated 24 September 2026.