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FED:Business backlash to budget changes 'to be expected'

Most small businesses will get to keep their "quite generous" capital gains tax discount and won't be affected by budget measures, the government says.

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Are this budget’s tax changes really an ‘assault on aspiration’?

With this year’s budget, the Albanese government has delivered a suite of bold tax reforms aimed at improving Australia’s “intergenerational equity” – particularly young people’s access to home ownership.

The Conversation

FED:'Making more': why young people will keep investing

Young buyers in Australia say the share market is still where they will put their money, despite incoming changes to the capital gains tax discount.

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Treasurer blames 'misinformation' for war on tax change

Critics of the government's capital gains tax changes are being accused by the treasurer of overstating how much extra tax small businesses will have to pay.

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‘Death tax’, startups and a rent spike: it’s time to correct misleading claims about Labor’s budget

Jim Chalmers’ budget has proved controversial. But who will really be affected and how?

The Guardian - AU

Best arbitrage mutual funds to invest in May 2026

Arbitrage mutual funds present an avenue for investors seeking returns over a year or more. These funds capitalize on price discrepancies between cash and derivatives markets. They are taxed like equity funds, with a 12.5% long-term capital gains tax after one year. Volatility can enhance arbitrage opportunities, making these funds…

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One Nation gains in polls as budget is poorly received in Newspoll

In three credible post-budget polls, One Nation is up one to three points, with their victory at the May 9 Farrer byelection probably also contributing. Labor took a hit in Freshwater and Resolve, but not Newspoll.

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Gave up tenancy, got new flat redeveloped property, then faced income tax notice of STCG of Rs 1.1 crore: How tenant won at ITAT Mumbai

A Mumbai tenant successfully challenged a Rs 1.1 crore tax notice. He surrendered tenancy for a new flat in a redeveloped building. The Income Tax Appellate Tribunal ruled in his favour. The tribunal stated that the surrender of tenancy rights, the taxable event, had not occurred in the year under…

The Economic Times

Gave up tenancy, got new flat in redeveloped property, then faced income tax notice of STCG of Rs 1.1 crore: How tenant won at ITAT Mumbai

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Has Labor’s tax reform killed ‘rent-vesting’ for young Australians seeking a foothold in the housing market?

Changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing will make the strategy of renting in a preferred area while buying a cheaper property elsewhere less attractive, experts say

The Guardian - AU

$15,000 Step-Up Gap: Why Missing One Document Triggers Estate Tax Reviews

A missing piece of paper can quietly drain thousands of dollars from an inheritance faster than a Vegas blackjack table on a bad night. Across the country, families settle estates every day without realizing that one forgotten document can create a massive “step-up gap” that instantly grabs the attention of…

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Will The 26/27 Budget Increase Your Rent? Finance Experts Break Down The Changes

The 26/27 budget shakes up negative gearing and capital gains tax. We asked experts what it actually means for renters.

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Coalition vows to repeal Labor’s ‘toxic’ negative gearing and capital gains tax budget changes

Opposition leader Angus Taylor and shadow treasurer Tim Wilson say future Coalition government would reinstate generous rules for property investors

The Guardian - AU

Capital gains tax and negative gearing benefit the 1% and this chart shows it

More than half of the benefit of the CGT concession went to the top 1% of income earners, the most recent data shows

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The complete 2026 Australian budget: choose the news coverage that matters to you

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The Real Reason 'Tax Me More' Billionaires Don't Just Cut a Check to the IRS

IRS collections are obligations, not donations. Discover how ultra-wealthy households shield fortunes from ordinary rates and how you might, too.

The Guardian - AU

What the budget means for your generation – gen Z, millennial, gen X or boomer

Jim Chalmers has sold the budget as a historic shift in favour of intergenerational fairness. Four Guardian Australia staff members assess what it means for their age group

The Guardian - AU

The budget in seven graphs: no big surprises but this may be one of the most ambitious moves to fix Australia’s finances

With some long-awaited sanity on housing and taxes, including CGT and negative gearing changes, it’s one of the most important for good – but will still leave some out in the cold

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Budget capital gains tax changes and negative gearing reform explained

Negative gearing, capital gains tax and family trusts are all facing a big shake-up in the name of intergenerational fairness. How will it all work?

The Conversation

A budget with a bundle of reforms in a time of ‘extreme uncertainty’

This year’s budget combines fiscal policy – taxes and spending – with a heavy focus on better regulation.

The Conversation

At a glance: budget 2026

The federal budget takes some big swings, with reforms to capital gains tax and negative gearing. There are also major spends on health, fuel and infrastructure.

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Jeff Bezos’ Move to Florida: A $1 Billion Tax Savings Lesson for High Earners

Jeff Bezos’ move to Florida highlights how state taxes impact wealth, and what high earners can learn about residency and tax savings.

The Economic Times

Key changes in ITR 1, 2, 3 and 4 forms in FY 25-26: Reporting of LTCG, buyback losses, F&O, intra-day trading & more; what new forms include

The Income Tax Department has revised ITR forms for FY 2025-26, introducing new disclosure requirements for capital gains, trading, and foreign assets. These updates aim to simplify filing for various taxpayer categories, including individuals, businesses, and presumptive income earners.

The Conversation

Landlords pay almost $7 billion a year more in tax than home owners, pushing rents higher

In Tuesday’s federal budget, the government is widely expected to bring in changes to how investment properties are taxed, including negative gearing and the capital gains tax discount.

The Guardian - AU

Ask your questions about the 2026 Australian federal budget

Got a burning question about capital gains, NDIS, Medicare or EV tax breaks? Use the form to send your question in and our team will get the answer on Tuesday

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