
Governments Have Lost Control of the Bond Market
The Loonie Hour
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Taxing the Unseen: Impacts of Unrealized Gains
This chapter analyzes the controversial proposal to tax unrealized capital gains in Australia, examining its implications for taxpayers and investors. It highlights concerns over financial burdens on families and the potential for capital flight, comparing Australia’s approach to that of Canada. The discussion critiques government fiscal policies and explores the challenges in valuing non-publicly traded assets within self-managed superannuation funds.
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