SEBI Proposes LTCG Tax Exemption for Foreign Investors Amid Debate on Investment Impact
SEBI has reportedly recommended exempting foreign investors from India's 12.5% long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax when reinvesting proceeds from equity sales into new securities, aiming to boost foreign investment and retain capital domestically. This proposal remains unconfirmed by authorities. India’s LTCG tax contrasts with more favorable regimes in Singapore and Hong Kong. Meanwhile, some experts argue that cutting LTCG tax may not significantly increase foreign investment, emphasizing the tax's role in government revenue and the current convergence of asset tax rates.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (32–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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businessstandard broke this story on 6 Nov, 05:17 pm. Other outlets followed.
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