In the federal budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, the government has decided to maintain the current rates for Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and dividends.

Despite earlier speculation about possible adjustments to tax rates on passive income sources, no changes were introduced. This consistency has been welcomed by financial analysts, with Topline Securities noting that the unchanged CGT and dividend rates are a positive signal for the market.

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Additionally, the continuation of the existing tax treatment for both dividends and capital gains has further reinforced investor confidence, as it supports market stability and predictability in fiscal policy.