MCN机构不能成为网红主播的“避税港”

Core Viewpoint - The rapid development of MCN (Multi-Channel Network) institutions has revealed significant issues, particularly regarding tax compliance and the use of tax evasion strategies to attract streamers [1][3]. Group 1: Tax Compliance Issues - On September 19, the tax authorities exposed two MCN institutions and one streamer for tax violations, highlighting the failure to fulfill tax withholding obligations [2]. - Some MCN institutions have engaged in practices such as inflating costs and creating shell companies to facilitate tax evasion for streamers, leading to a "dual tax evasion" cycle [3][5]. - The tax authorities' actions serve as a warning to both violators and compliant operators, promoting fair competition and a regulated market environment [5]. Group 2: MCN Institutions' Role - MCN institutions are not merely intermediaries; they are responsible for calculating streamer incomes and fulfilling tax withholding obligations, which impacts their sustainability and the overall health of the industry [3]. - As of May 2025, the number of MCN institutions is projected to reach approximately 29,000, an increase of about 2,200 from 2024, indicating rapid growth in the sector [3]. Group 3: Streamer Behavior - Some streamers have developed a misguided belief that they can evade taxes by concealing income, such as receiving payments through private accounts or misrepresenting their tax status [4][5]. - These behaviors not only result in tax revenue loss for the state but also undermine fair market competition, adversely affecting the industry's development [5].