AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoBBL Privatisation: Cricket Australia has sent states a formal hybrid proposal ahead of a Monday vote, giving each state the option to sell stakes in its BBL clubs to private investors after earlier full-sale plans were rejected by NSW and Queensland. Tax & Housing: Major federal tax changes are set to reshape capital gains tax, negative gearing and work deductions, while ACT moves to scrap stamp duty for first-home buyers is expected to boost turnover and help buyers enter the market. Markets & Rates: Wall Street sentiment lifted on renewed Middle East peace hopes and SpaceX’s record IPO, while Australia’s RBA is still in focus for the next meeting as investors weigh the outlook. Super & Investing: With EOFY approaching, advisers are pushing key super steps before 30 June and highlighting ETF options for beginners and long-term portfolios. Banking & Deposits: PNB has lifted FCNR(B) dollar deposit rates up to 6.1%, reflecting broader bank competition for foreign-currency funding. Cost of Living: Motorists face a fuel excise reversal, with a 32c/litre rise flagged as temporary relief ends. Health & Pay: Canberra and Goulburn junior doctors are set to receive $25.3m in unpaid overtime settlement payments. Agriculture: Dairy production is rebounding after better autumn rainfall, though input-cost pressure remains. Cyber/Scams: A NZTA road toll text scam case saw a woman jailed after using stolen card details to buy iPhones and luxury goods.
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