tamara wilkinson says despite criticism changes proposed australias budget ​

The proposed changes to Australia's capital gains tax (CGT) discount directly affect investment returns for real estate and equities, reducing after-tax profits for investors. This could dampen demand for investment properties and shares, particularly among younger Australians. The permanent $20,000 instant asset write-off provides a small offset for business investment. The impact is Australia-specific, with potential spillover to domestic banks and asset managers. Commercial mechanism: regulatory change reducing investor returns, potentially lowering asset prices and transaction volumes.