Spain Tax Authority to Withhold 24% on Shakira's Madrid Concert Earnings

Spain's tax agency will retain 24% of Shakira's income from 13 Madrid concerts, covering performance fees, merchandise, and ticket sales, and will monitor technical setup costs to prevent earnings concealment. This follows Shakira's prior tax disputes with Spanish authorities, indicating continued enforcement against high-earning artists. The measure underscores Spain's aggressive tax collection on foreign entertainers, potentially affecting future tour planning.