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Business Backlash to Budget Changes to Be Expected
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AI-generatedThe proposed change to capital gains tax in Australia affects small businesses, potentially reducing after-tax returns on asset sales. The mechanism is regulatory: a tax policy shift that could lower investment incentives for small business owners. Impact is Australia-specific, with no direct commodity or supply chain effect. The commercial mechanism is weak as details are not final and 90% of small businesses are reportedly unaffected.
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- Australian government proposes replacing 50% CGT discount with inflation-indexed rate for assets held over a year.
- Federal minister Sam Rae stated 90% of small businesses will retain existing CGT arrangements.
- Coalition plans to introduce legislation and consult with small business sector.
- Shadow treasurer Tim Wilson and Nationals leader Matt Canavan criticize changes as breaching election promises.
- Budget measures expected to advance in coming weeks.
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