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Only fools rush in

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Investors are advised to be conservative and patient in choosing investments and investment strategies in light of the September 21, 1999 release of the Ralph report tax recommendation. Suggestions for investors include monitoring market developments, avoiding investment solely for tax benefits and waiting to change investment strategy until the tax legislation is enacted.

Australia, Statistical Data Included, Tax policy, Capital gains tax

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Advance warning

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A tax expert advises Australian tax payers to organize their tax strategies at the beginning of the financial year, rather than waiting until the last minute to find tax deductions. Planning ahead for the financial year can help to minimise tax payments on income, bonus, and investment earnings.

Management

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Seeds of doubt

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Issues relating to the Australian investment market are discussed. A downturn in the economy coupled with the slide of Wall Street shares has resulted in a turbulent climate for investment activity. Official announcements designed to calm investors nerves have had the opposite effect.

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