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  • Step 9 Applying the CGT discount

    Attention

    Warning:

    This information may not apply to the current year. Check the content carefully to ensure it is applicable to your circumstances.

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    If you have any remaining capital gains you can now apply the CGT discount - if it is applicable - and reduce them by 50%.

    Remember, you cannot apply the CGT discount to:

    • capital gains calculated using the indexation method, and
    • capital gains from CGT assets you bought and sold within 12 months.

    Example 9: Applying the CGT discount

    As Fred had owned his shares for at least 12 months, he can reduce his $800 gain by the CGT discount of 50% to arrive at a net capital gain of $400 (cents are not shown):

    $800 × 50% = $400

    End of example
    Last modified: 06 Oct 2009QC 27788