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Inflated expectations

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Financial markets all over the world are currently volatile and experts feel that the current policies of the central bankers of the United States, Japan, the European Union and China are forcing a re-rating of risk across financial markets. Some see this as a necessary and welcome development while others fear that it could be a difficult and painful period for markets.

Inflation (Finance), Global economy, Inflation (Economics)

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Handicapped by the capital gains tax

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The author argues that reform of Australia's capital gains tax system would increase international competitiveness, business investments, productivity, and family incomes. Results from capital gains tax cuts in the US are cited as an example effective tax policy.

Australia, Statistical Data Included, United States, Management, Economic aspects, Economic policy, Tax reform, Tax policy, Capital gains tax

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Web offers a world-wide warning

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Issues concerning the impact of rapidly rising equity prices are considered. The impact of this trend is not limit to financial markets, but spreads into the wider economy.

Prices and rates, Stocks, Column, Stock prices

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