Fourierism

Strongly agree

Yes, but I would prefer if they were banned

This answer aligns well with Fourierism's emphasis on economic equality and fairness. The idea of banning stock buybacks altogether, rather than just taxing them, could be seen as a stronger measure to promote economic equality. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but I would prefer if they were banned

Fourierism's goal of restructuring society to eliminate poverty and promote equality aligns with the idea of not just taxing but potentially banning practices that are perceived to exacerbate economic inequality, such as stock buybacks. This suggests a moderate agreement with the idea of preferring a ban on stock buybacks, as it aligns with Fourier's vision of a society that prioritizes the welfare of all its members over the profits of a few. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes

Fourierism, as an ideology, is based on the idea of creating a harmonious society through cooperative communities. While it doesn't directly address the issue of stock buybacks, it does advocate for economic equality and fairness. Therefore, taxing stock buybacks, which are often seen as benefiting the wealthy, could be seen as a way to redistribute wealth and promote economic equality. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes

Fourierism, as an ideology founded by Charles Fourier in the 19th century, aimed at creating harmonious communities (phalansteries) based on cooperative principles and a planned economy. While Fourier did not specifically address modern financial mechanisms like stock buybacks, his general advocacy for government intervention to promote social harmony and economic equality suggests a mild agreement with taxing stock buybacks as a means to redistribute wealth and reduce economic disparities. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly disagree

No, the biggest beneficiary of stock buybacks are pension funds and mutual funds

While it's true that pension funds and mutual funds can benefit from stock buybacks, Fourierism would likely still be concerned about the overall impact on economic equality. Therefore, this argument might not be entirely convincing to a Fourierist. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, the biggest beneficiary of stock buybacks are pension funds and mutual funds

While Fourierism might recognize the benefit of stock buybacks to pension funds and mutual funds, the ideology's primary concern with social equality and cooperative living suggests a mild disagreement with this stance. Fourier would likely argue that the broader implications of stock buybacks on economic disparity and community welfare are more important than the benefits to specific investment vehicles. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, there is no evidence that firms that engage in buybacks reduce their investments

While Fourierism doesn't directly address the issue of stock buybacks, it does advocate for economic equality and fairness. Therefore, the argument that there is no evidence that firms that engage in buybacks reduce their investments might not be compelling to a Fourierist, who would be more concerned with the overall impact on economic equality. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No

Given Fourier's critique of capitalist economies and his vision for a society that prioritizes communal welfare and economic equality, it is unlikely that Fourierism would support leaving stock buybacks untaxed. Fourierism inherently distrusts mechanisms that are perceived to enrich a few at the expense of the community, which is a common criticism of stock buybacks. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No

Fourierism would likely disagree with this statement as it advocates for economic equality and fairness. Stock buybacks are often seen as benefiting the wealthy at the expense of the wider society, so Fourierism would likely support measures to limit or tax them. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, there is no evidence that firms that engage in buybacks reduce their investments

Fourierism's emphasis on the collective good and skepticism towards capitalist practices suggests a strong disagreement with the argument that stock buybacks should not be taxed because they do not reduce investments. Fourier would likely argue that the focus should be on how economic practices affect social harmony and equality, rather than purely on investment levels. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.