New York City Passes Pied-à-Terre Tax

New York City has passed a pied-à-terre tax, with Citadel CEO Ken Griffin becoming a prominent figure in the debate after Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted a video in front of his penthouse. The tax targets luxury second homes.

28 May, 13:35 — 28 May, 20:40

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Why this matters

The pied-à-terre tax aims to generate revenue for New York City and address housing affordability concerns by targeting non-primary residences owned by wealthy individuals. This policy could influence real estate investment patterns and the city's tax base, potentially setting a precedent for other major cities.

Key entitiesNew York City Ken Griffin Zohran Mamdani Citadel

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New York City has passed a pied-à-terre tax
Ken Griffin, CEO of Citadel, is associated with the tax discussion

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Citadel CEO Ken Griffin owns a $238 million New York City penthouse.

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Ken Griffin has criticized Mayor Mamdani's second-home tax.

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Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted a video in front of Griffin's penthouse apartment.

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Ken Griffin's real estate portfolio totals over $1 billion.

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Details on Ken Griffin's broader real estate portfolio beyond his NYC penthouse

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Specifics on who pays the tax and how much

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cnbcMostly Factual16d ago

New York passes Mamdani's pied-a-terre tax. Here's who pays and how much

Citadel CEO Ken Griffin became the face of the tax after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani posted a video in front of Griffin's penthouse apartment.

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Business InsiderMostly Factual15d ago

Ken Griffin's $238 million New York City penthouse isn't the only pied-à-terre he owns. See what else is in his portfolio.

Citadel CEO Ken Griffin has a real estate portfolio totaling over $1 billion. Nordin Catic/Getty Images for The Cambridge Union Billionaire Ken Griffin has criticized Mayor Mamdani's second-home tax in New York. Griffin owns the most expensive condo in the US, but he doesn't live there full-time. He has a worldwide real estate portfolio totaling over $1 billion. Citadel CEO Ken Griffin has made his disapproval of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax known. Now, it looks lik...

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First report: cnbc · 28 May, 13:35|Full coverage: 2 · 7h|Window: 7h

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cnbc28 May, 13:35First to report

New York passes Mamdani's pied-a-terre tax. Here's who pays and how much

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Business Insider28 May, 20:40Latest update

Ken Griffin's $238 million New York City penthouse isn't the only pied-à-terre he owns. See what else is in his portfolio.

Story evolution

The narrative shifted from the general passage of the tax to a more specific focus on its impact on high-profile individuals like Ken Griffin and his past criticisms.

Tax Passage and Initial ReactionMay 28 morning

New York City officially passes the pied-à-terre tax, drawing immediate attention to its implications for wealthy property owners.

Focus on Ken Griffin's RoleMay 28 afternoon

Coverage highlights Ken Griffin's status as a prominent figure associated with the tax, due to his extensive real estate and public criticism.

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New York City Passes Pied-à-Terre Tax

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New York passes Mamdani's pied-a-terre tax. Here's who pays and how much

Ken Griffin's $238 million New York City penthouse isn't the only pied-à-terre he owns. See what else is in his portfolio.

Coverage Timeline

New York passes Mamdani's pied-a-terre tax. Here's who pays and how much

Ken Griffin's $238 million New York City penthouse isn't the only pied-à-terre he owns. See what else is in his portfolio.

Story evolution

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