How the DGT's position has evolved
Current position
In capital reductions involving the return of contributions, the amount reduces the acquisition value until it is annulled; any excess is taxed as income from movable capital. If the return arises from undistributed profits, the entire amount is taxed as income from movable capital. If the reduction causes the partner to cease to hold such status, the income is considered a capital gain or loss from the separation of partners.
The DGT's position remains constant regarding the treatment of the return of contributions and its impact on the acquisition value. The doctrine has specified the distinction between contributions and undistributed profits, and has clarified the applicable regime when the reduction entails the partner's exit from the company.
Turning points
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Establishes that in reductions without the purpose of returning contributions, the acquisition value of the amortized shares is distributed proportionally among the remaining ones.
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Determines that if the reduction affects all holdings and the partner ceases to be one, the income is classified as a capital gain or loss from the separation of partners.
Analysis based on 62 of 68 rulings with a stated position. Updated 18 September 2026.