TheMarker on Amdocs at the Supreme Court: Employee Dining Hall Costs Are Not a "Meal"

TheMarker reported in February 2023 that the Supreme Court confirmed that in a workplace with a dedicated dining facility for employees, the facility's costs — such as rent, electricity, and water — cannot be attributed to a meal or an employee benefit. According to the article, this ruling has tax implications worth millions of shekels for Amdocs and other companies.

The article opens by describing the high-tech work environment, which often includes lounge areas, fitness rooms, and cafeterias, and in some companies also dining halls and catering services. According to TheMarker, the ruling is welcome financial news for these companies regarding their dining halls. The full article is available to TheMarker subscribers.