Major Australian business groups are jointly calling on the government to reject proposed changes to capital gains tax, arguing they will discourage investment and harm businesses of all sizes. The reforms, described as the biggest tax shake-up in 25 years, are facing a parliamentary inquiry.
Health Minister Mark Butler is pushing to pass contentious NDIS reforms this month, warning against delays. The Coalition and Greens are considering teaming up to extend inquiries into the NDIS, negative gearing, and capital gains tax changes, which disability groups and state ministers have criticized.
Health Minister Mark Butler is pushing to pass controversial NDIS reforms this month, rejecting opposition calls for extended inquiries. He warns that delays could cost billions and hinder improvements to support quality and fight fraud, accusing the Coalition of using the bill as a political pawn. Disability advocates and state ministers have criticized the proposed changes.
Labor Treasurer Jim Chalmers highlighted Shadow Treasurer Tim Wilson's own 2020 book, 'The New Social Contract,' which advocates for taxing labor and capital income equally and criticizes preferential tax treatment for established interests, aligning with Labor's proposed budget changes on capital gains tax and negative gearing.
India plans to abolish capital gains tax on foreign portfolio investments in government securities to boost inflows and support the rupee. This move follows India's inclusion in global bond indices and precedes a potential decision by Bloomberg on its inclusion in the Global Aggregate Index.
The Greens are scrutinizing the Australian government's tax reform bill, particularly powers that could allow the treasurer to exempt homeowners in his electorate from capital gains tax changes. While Labor seeks Greens' support for passage, concerns remain about potential legislative overreach.
India is set to eliminate capital gains tax on foreign portfolio investors' holdings in government securities to attract overseas investment and cushion its economy from the Middle East crisis. The move, cleared by the Union Cabinet, aims to counter significant foreign capital outflows and rupee depreciation.
India's Union Cabinet recommended an ordinance to ease tax rules for foreign investors in certain securities, aiming to strengthen the rupee amid record FPI withdrawals and economic concerns.
Leaked documents show mining giant BHP is delaying decarbonisation efforts in Western Australia, purchasing polluting trucks and scrapping greener facilities. Experts warn this could have global implications. The Pope also denounced AI.
Leaked documents reveal mining giant BHP is delaying decarbonisation efforts in Western Australia. Pope Francis has criticized AI, while Australia's David Pocock discusses a potential 'teal' political party. The world's longest golf course and other news are also covered.
Australia's Labor government plans to introduce legislation bundling budget measures including capital gains tax (CGT) changes with worker tax offsets. Despite business calls for a complete reset, Labor signals limited carve-outs, sparking optimism for broader exemptions, though sources manage expectations.
Australia's Labor government plans to introduce legislation on Thursday that includes a controversial capital gains tax (CGT) overhaul, alongside worker tax offsets and deductions. Despite business groups urging a "complete reset" and warning of negative impacts on investment, Labor intends to proceed with a phased approach, consulting on carve-outs after initial legislation.
India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated the government is open to discussing concerns from investors regarding Long-Term Capital Gains (LTCG) and Short-Term Capital Gains (STCG) taxation. She also defended recent fuel price hikes due to global crude costs and highlighted monitoring of 'three Fs': fuel, fertilizer, and forex.
Australian PM Anthony Albanese will present controversial changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax on Thursday, aiming for swift parliamentary passage despite internal party debate and external criticism from investors and business groups. The government emphasizes the budget's focus on housing affordability.
Speculation mounts over a new party formed by teal independents, while the government seeks Greens' support for capital gains tax reforms. Health Minister Mark Butler announces a national campaign to raise awareness about menopause symptoms.
PM Albanese defends limited industry consultation on budget tax changes, citing insider knowledge risks. He also confirmed fuel supplies are secure until July and detailed upcoming tax reforms including a $250 offset tied to CGT and negative gearing changes. Independents discussed potential new parties and urged caution on tax reforms.
India's Union Budget 2024 introduced new capital gains tax rules for property sales, effective July 23, 2024. Long-term gains now face a 12.5% tax without indexation, though residents and HUFs can opt for the old 20% with indexation if beneficial. Short-term gains remain unchanged.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese passionately defended Labor's proposed tax reforms, including changes to negative gearing and capital gains tax, stating they aim to rebalance the housing market for first-home buyers and support aspiration for all Australians. He faced criticism but received a standing ovation at a state conference.
Australian entrepreneurs are protesting proposed capital gains tax changes, fearing reduced investor returns and funding for start-ups. They advocate for a carve-out for start-ups from the new cost-based indexation model, arguing it disincentivizes risk and innovation.
Australia's Labor government proposes changes to capital gains tax, aiming to tax investment income more like wages. The plan introduces an inflation-linked discount and a 30% minimum rate, impacting various investors, small businesses, and startups differently.
Labor's proposed capital gains tax changes aim to increase tax on investment income, arguing it's unfairly taxed compared to wages. The plan introduces an inflation-linked discount and a 30% minimum tax rate, with complex implications for various investors, particularly small businesses and startups.
Labor MPs anticipate government concessions on capital gains tax for startups following backlash to budget changes. Concerns exist about explaining complex tax reforms effectively.
One Nation is dissolving and re-establishing branches amid internal risks, while housing advocates urge support for Labor's negative gearing and capital gains tax reforms. Feral horse numbers surge in Kosciuszko National Park, and Israel deports activists seized from a Gaza-bound flotilla.
Australian community and housing groups urge parliament to pass Labor's negative gearing and capital gains tax changes to improve fairness for renters and first homebuyers, despite concerns from economists and the property lobby.
