How do I report CFD trades to the ATO as a trader vs investor?

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candygore17

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Does anyone have experience trading CFDs with the ATO as a trader or investor? I have only held stocks for over 12 months to receive the capital gains discount as an investor, but recently started trading CFDs, starting with a long on oil on 28/02/2026. I cannot get a straight answer from AI. It is ridiculous that there is no clarification.
 
Every trade closure under 12 months counts as a taxable event. Your broker logs it in your trade history and uses it to calculate your gross position at year's end. Treat it like other income, so you'll pay tax at your highest tax bracket. I'm not an accountant.
 
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