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Four Ways Government Can Abolish LTCG Tax for All Investors, Says SBI Report
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What Happened?
The SBI report outlines strategies for abolishing the long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax without significantly impacting government revenue. It highlights the need for adjustments to the current tax structure to encourage market activity.
Key points
- SBI suggests revising the LTCG exemption limit to account for inflation.
- Investors holding assets for over two to three years could face a reduced LTCG tax rate.
- A proposed increase in securities transaction tax (STT) could generate additional revenue.
- The government could allow deferral of LTCG tax on mutual fund redemptions if reinvested in eligible equity funds.
- Abolishing LTCG tax could lead to a revenue loss of Rs 40,000-50,000 crore in FY28.
Key insights
- Removing LTCG tax may attract foreign investment back into Indian markets.
- Adjusting tax structures could enhance investor confidence during market downturns.
- A tiered LTCG tax structure could provide a balanced approach to taxation and revenue generation.
Why it matters
The proposed changes to LTCG tax could influence investor behavior and market dynamics significantly.
Source
Times of India
