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Labor's Tax Proposal Threatens 600,000 Small Firms

7/16/2025

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Labor's proposal to double superannuation tax rates and tax unrealised gains threatens over 600,000 small growth companies in Australia.
A report estimates a $19.73 billion tax revenue loss over four years, significantly affecting corporate tax from these firms.
Investors are wary of funding startups, concerned that the new tax will discourage investment.
Farmers worry that increasing land values may result in unforeseen tax liabilities.
Labor's legislation needs only Greens' backing to pass, with discussions on threshold adjustments ongoing.

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Story summary

Labor's proposal to double superannuation tax rates and tax unrealised gains threatens over 600,000 small growth companies in Australia.
A report estimates a $19.73 billion tax revenue loss over four years, significantly affecting corporate tax from these firms.
Investors are wary of funding startups, concerned that the new tax will discourage investment.
Farmers worry that increasing land values may result in unforeseen tax liabilities.
Labor's legislation needs only Greens' backing to pass, with discussions on threshold adjustments ongoing.