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FED:Labor shrugs off tax-reform outcry with parliament move

Carving out startups from proposed capital gains tax changes will still hurt productivity because it will punish successful businesses, Labor is being warned.

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Treasury chief defends Labor's beleaguered budget

Controversial budget changes would have cut the lifetime tax benefits for the top one per cent of earners by $400,000 if implemented in 2000, Treasury says.

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The Hidden Tax Problem Facing People Who Sell Their Homes Too Quickly

The housing market moves fast, and many homeowners feel tempted to cash in the second prices climb. A quick sale can look like an easy financial win, especially after watching home values jump over the last few years. Some sellers picture a massive payday with zero downside beyond moving boxes…

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ITR-2 online filing and excel utility for A.Y. 2026–27 are now enabled on the e-Filing ITR portal

Individuals and HUFs without business income but with complex income sources like salary, multiple house properties, or capital gains can file ITR-2 for AY 2026-27 by July 31, 2026. Key errors to avoid include misclassifying capital gains, neglecting foreign asset disclosures, and incorrect residential status determination.

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FED:Treasurer hoses down calls to carve up his tax revamp

Business groups are urging the federal government to have a major rethink over its capital gains tax measures but Jim Chalmers is remaining steadfast.

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Special poll has Labor barely winning majority as One Nation continues to gain

A special Redbridge poll that was mostly taken before the federal budget had Labor winning 76 of the 150 House of Representatives seats (a majority of one), with One Nation on 53 and the Coalition 12.

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Paul Keating urges Labor to stick with capital gains tax overhaul and avoid exemptions that would hurt economy

Exclusive: Former PM says changes to tax rates are ‘so marginal that no entrepreneurial initiative is likely to be thwarted’

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FED:Tax changes to have 'modest' impact on house prices

The housing minister has admitted property prices would come down slightly due to negative gearing and capital gains tax measures in the budget.

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Treasurer hoses down calls to carve up his tax revamp

Business groups are urging the federal government to have a major rethink over its capital gains tax measures but Jim Chalmers is remaining steadfast.

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Auction sales are sliding, banks are tightening loans. But is the budget really the only factor?

To say this year’s federal budget has ruffled some feathers would be an understatement. The Albanese government announced major reforms to two tax breaks long seen as politically untouchable – negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount.

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Policy stability, relief on STT and LTCG key to winning back FPIs: Sudip Bandyopadhyay

Foreign investors are pulling money from Indian markets. Experts urge India to rethink taxes like STT and LTCG. Policy consistency is also a major concern for global funds. While domestic investors provide support, foreign capital remains vital for growth. Adjusting these tax structures could boost investor confidence and market stability.

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Aditya Shah calls for complete removal of LTCG for foreign investors amid FPI outflows

Aditya Shah of Hercules Advisors urges India to abolish its long-term capital gains tax on equities for foreign investors, arguing it deters crucial portfolio inflows. He contends that removing the tax is the only credible signal to attract foreign capital, which is vital for lowering the cost of capital and…

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'Poison pill': coalition attacks Labor's tax 'wedge'

The coalition will still vote against the government's budget tax changes, even though it means voting against a $250 tax offset for working Australians.

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FM Sitharaman says Government open to hear investor concerns on LTCG, STCG taxation

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has indicated the government is ready to listen to stock market investors. Concerns regarding Long-Term Capital Gains and Short-Term Capital Gains taxes are being considered. The Minister emphasized openness to feedback on taxation matters. This comes amid market volatility and discussions on investor sentiment. The government…

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Labor happy with softer housing market since budget

Tax changes in the federal budget are already helping to level the playing field, according to the housing minister.

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How gold ETFs, tax changes, and recycling incentives can reduce India’s dependence on gold imports

One of the objectives of the gold ETF was not merely financial innovation but to reduce, or at least postpone, the import of physical gold. The idea was elegant: channel India’s deep and lasting appetite for gold into financial products rather than repeated shipments of imported bullion. That promise, however,…

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Investor tax cut call as opponents fight Labor plan

A Labor plan to reduce investor incentives has been branded a "productivity tax" as opponents call for lower taxes for those with money to put aside.

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Anthony Albanese visibly emotional after defending Labor’s capital gains tax and negative gearing changes

Prime minister launches impassioned argument in favour of much-maligned reforms announced in last week’s federal budget

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The biggest budget myths: why claims of ‘massive tax bills’ and an investor exodus fall short

In the backlash to changes to capital gains tax, many claims have been made and not all of them stack up

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FED:Labor warned against rushing through major tax overhaul

The Greens are likely to give their support to changes to negative gearing and the capital gains discount but businesses fear it will drive investors offshore.

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Man pays zero tax on Rs 5 crore land sales despite filing ITR after deadline; ITAT Mumbai rules in his favour for this reason

A Mumbai man successfully claimed a tax exemption on Rs 5 crore land sales despite filing his ITR after the deadline. The ITAT Mumbai ruled in his favor, stating that since he used the entire capital gains to purchase a new property before filing his belated return, depositing the funds…

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The controversial budget shift treating startups as 'cash cows', stifling dreams

'Now they've devalued our company, what's the point?'

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Wes Streeting calls for equal tax on income and capital gains in Labour leadership pitch

MP says current system is unfair and his idea would result in a ‘wealth tax that works’

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FED:Budget measures could cut house prices by 10 per cent

Changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax concessions could cause the biggest housing downturn in 40 years, in a boost for first home buyers.

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Starmer says he will campaign for Burnham in Makerfield byelection – as it happened

Prime minister tells reporters he would campaign personally in the contest

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