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Treasury Sec. Bessent, IRS crack down on ETF strategy the wealthy are using to avoid capital gains taxes

Treasury Sec. Bessent cracks down on wealthy investors using ETFs to avoid capital gains taxes.

By · Published October 3, 2026  02:31 UTC · Updated October 3, 2026  04:24 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Treasury Sec. Bessent cracks down on wealthy investors using ETFs to avoid capital gains taxes.
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Thousands of wealthy investors may soon face increased scrutiny on their tax obligations. The IRS has targeted a strategy used by some to avoid capital gains taxes.

This strategy involves using 351 conversion ETFs, which allow investors to convert ordinary income into long-term capital gains. The exact nature of the crackdown is unclear, but it is expected to impact investors who use these ETFs.

The move is a response to concerns that this strategy is being used to avoid paying taxes. What will be the long-term impact of this crackdown on the financial markets and the wealthy investors who use these ETFs?

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What are 351 conversion ETFs?

Coverage does not yet specify the exact nature of these ETFs.

Who is Treasury Sec. Bessent?

Coverage does not yet specify the background of Treasury Sec. Bessent.

What is the IRS's role in this crackdown?

The IRS is working with the Treasury Sec. Bessent to enforce the crackdown.

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