# Jim Chalmers

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## Timeline

- **2026-07-01**: New Rules Expected to Take Effect — If passed, the reformed CGT treatment would apply to asset disposals from this date.
- **2026-06-30**: Target Passage Deadline — The government aims to secure parliamentary approval for the legislation by the end of June 2026.
- **2026-06-16**: Senate Inquiry Begins — A two-day senate inquiry into the proposed changes commences, hearing evidence from experts and business groups.
- **2026-05**: Budget 2026-27 Handed Down — The May budget includes the capital gains tax reform measures, following an earlier 2026 inquiry into CGT issues.

## Recent coverage (4 stories)

### Founders’ Exit Tax Could Hit 47% as Australia Rushes CGT Overhaul
2026-07-12 09:33:36 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 3

Australia’s proposed capital gains tax overhaul threatens to slash founders’ after-tax returns on exits, with the top rate nearly doubling to 47%. While the government pushes for rapid passage, startup advocates fear a talent exodus to zero-CGT hubs like the UAE.
Full story: https://getstartupbrief.com/story/australia-cgt-reform-startup-founders-47-percent

### Startups Secure Carve-out as Australia Scraps 50% CGT Discount
2026-06-28 11:23:21 · Sentiment: Negative · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 8

The Australian government’s tax reform removes the 50% CGT discount for most assets but has introduced a carve-out for innovative firms after startup sector pressure. The changes also abolish negative gearing for established property, with implications for early-stage investment and employee share schemes.
Full story: https://getstartupbrief.com/story/startups-tax-overhaul-carve-out

### Startups eye the $99M gap: building the next-gen child-safe social platform
2026-06-28 07:01:46 · Sentiment: Negative · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 11

Australia’s AUD 99 million fine for failing to prevent under-16 social media use is a massive market signal. Startups in age-verification tech, compliant youth platforms, and ed-tech social tools could see a surge in demand as incumbents restructure.
Full story: https://getstartupbrief.com/story/startup-opportunity-99m-australia-social-ban

### Australian Treasurer Issues Dire Growth Warning as High Rates Squeeze Tech
2026-03-19 04:42:15 · Sentiment: Negative · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 2

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has warned of a significant slowdown in national economic growth, citing persistent high interest rates and global instability. For the startup sector, this signals a prolonged period of capital scarcity and a shift in focus toward profitability over rapid expansion.
Full story: https://getstartupbrief.com/story/chalmers-economic-growth-warning-startup-impact

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