FEAR & GREED | Business News The Saturday Edition | 7 Feb 2026
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Feb 6, 2026 A heated face‑off over a recent interest rate rise and what it means for households. A showdown about proposed capital gains tax changes and whether they are policy or politics. Mining merger talks collapsing and plans to sell dozens of defence sites make for big corporate and public debate. Crypto plunges and wild commodity moves, plus the economics around major sporting events.
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RBA Rate Hike Signals Policy Shift
- The RBA raised the official cash rate by 25 basis points to 3.85% to cool inflation amid a strong jobs market.
- Governor Michelle Bullock framed it as an adjustment and left the door open to further hikes if needed.
Capital Gains Tax Reform Is Back On The Table
- The federal government is actively considering major capital gains tax changes for property investors ahead of a May budget.
- Sean Aylmer argues the reform could be the biggest tax change in decades if it proceeds, including inflation-indexed adjustments.
Selling 67 Defence Sites Sparks Debate
- The government announced plans to sell 67 defence sites to raise about $2 billion for defence investment.
- Sean Aylmer noted the assets include barracks, rifle ranges and even an island, provoking public pushback from veterans groups.