The dynamic markets of South East and Eastern Europe are a magnet attracting multinational companies. At the same time, an increasing number of Eastern European firms are using Austria as their springboard to Western Europe.
Why you should set up your headquarters in Austria
Austria is well-known for a high quality of life at relatively affordable prices. Headquarters of multinational companies in Austria, however, can find a lot of more important business location factors:
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Optimal holding location: Group taxation, double taxation agreements and a corporate tax rate of 25 percent
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Central location: Direct access to the markets of South East and Eastern Europe
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Lucrative market: Fourth most prosperous country in the EU, featuring a market of 50 million people within a radius of 400 kilometers
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Safe and stable: High level of personal security, political stability and legal certainty
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Excellent infrastructure: Hub for air and freight traffic
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International and cosmopolitan: One fifth of the population has a migration background
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Dynamic growth: Vienna is the second largest German-speaking metropolis and ranks among the fastest growing cities in the EU
> Tip: Read our related blog on how Austria maintains its attractiveness as a headquarters location.