Young investors call out CGT change + the Enhanced Games

May 19
31 mins

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Episode Description

Some young people are furious, saying they'll have to rethink their financial planning due to the government's proposed changes to the capital gains tax discount. 

That's because the changes aren't just applicable to property - but investments like ETFs and crypto.

They say the government is stopping them from reaping the rewards previous generations had access to - or is it evening the playing field, like the government suggests? 

And this weekend athletes from around the world compete in an 'Olympics'-style event where doping is allowed. Are the Enhanced Games the future of human performance, or a dangerous PR stunt? 

Listen now:

01:21 - What the CGT change means for young investors

17:37 - The "steroid Olympics" controversy

Guests:

  • Natasha Etschmann, personal finance educator (@tashinvests)
  • Bridie O Donnell, former professional road cyclist

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