Meta Secures Zuckerberg’s California Residency
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Meta Platforms has struck a deal with Mark Zuckerberg to keep him living in California, even if the state passes a one‑off billionaire wealth tax. Under the agreement, Zuckerberg will receive new shares that could be sold to cover a potential multibillion‑dollar tax bill. In return, he commits to remain a resident of the state or wherever Meta maintains its base for eight years. The arrangement follows California’s Proposition 40, a 5% tax on roughly two‑hundred‑fifty billionaires, which voters will decide early next month. Meta also reported a twenty‑six percent rise in revenues to sixty‑four point six billion dollars, while profits fell by thirty‑seven percent to thirteen billion dollars due to a nine point nine billion dollar charge related to a lawsuit over child protection and social media addiction.
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Timeline
- On October 21 2026 Meta strikes deal to keep Zuckerberg in California after wealth.
- On October 21 2026 Zuckerberg receives new shares to cover potential tax bill.
- On October 21 2026 Zuckerberg commits to remain California resident for eight years.
- On October 21 2026 California Proposition 40 5% tax on billionaires scheduled for vote.
- On October 21 2026 Meta reports twenty‑six percent revenue growth to sixty‑four point six.
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: Potential tax liability for high‑net‑worth individuals Possible long-term US impact: Influence on corporate residency decisions Most affected groups: Tech billionaires and California residents Reader priority: Understand tax policy implications for tech leaders
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The Guardian — Meta Secures Zuckerberg’s California Residency
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