PHDCCI Proposes Abolishing LTCG Tax and Reducing STCG Rate to Boost Investment
The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) has urged the Indian government to abolish the long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax on listed equities and reduce the short-term capital gains (STCG) tax rate from 20% to 10%. It also recommended extending the holding period for LTCG exemption from 12 months to 18-24 months to benefit genuine investors. The chamber cited significant foreign portfolio investor withdrawals and argued that rationalizing capital market taxes could attract foreign investment and boost retail participation. Jefferies noted that a potential LTCG tax cut could improve foreign inflows, support the rupee, and benefit large-cap stocks, especially financials. The government has not announced any decision yet but remains open to feedback on these taxes.
First-hand measurement across 4 sources
We measured how 4 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (52/100). Lens Score 44/100.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
thetribune broke this story on 29 Oct, 05:51 am. Other outlets followed.