UNSW economist says the Budget has accidentally created tax that punishes business growth

By Yajush Gupta · 26 May 2026 · News

UNSW economist says the Budget has accidentally created tax that punishes business growth

Budget Blunder: Is Australia's Growth at Risk?

Professor Richard Holden's shocking claim has sent shockwaves through the business world. Find out what the 2026 Federal Budget's unintended consequence means for Australia's economy.

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Summary

Professor Richard Holden of UNSW says the 2026 Federal Budget has created Australia’s first ever Productivity Tax.

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