Hi,
If I borrow money to invest in shares that choose to not pay a dividend in a certain year (but have a history of paying dividends) or I purchase it after they have paid a dividend
for that year, can I claim an interest deduction? And if so, in which category
(negatively gear or CGT cost base)?
If I borrow money and that money is placed in an account as collateral for derivative trading, can I claim an interest deduction?
If I borrow money to invest in shares that choose to not pay a dividend in a certain year (but have a history of paying dividends) or I purchase it after they have paid a dividend
for that year, can I claim an interest deduction?
Yes - interest is allowable if there is a reasonable expectation of future dividends.
Claim at item D8.
If I borrow money and that money is placed in an account as collateral for derivative trading, can I claim an interest deduction?
Yes - in business secion of tax return.
If I borrow money to invest in shares that choose to not pay a dividend in a certain year (but have a history of paying dividends) or I purchase it after they have paid a dividend
for that year, can I claim an interest deduction?
Yes - interest is allowable if there is a reasonable expectation of future dividends.
Claim at item D8.
If I borrow money and that money is placed in an account as collateral for derivative trading, can I claim an interest deduction?
Yes - in business secion of tax return.
15 Apr 2026 · 8 min read time
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