The profit or loss that results from the sale of an asset, such as a security or real estate.

the profit or loss on the sale of a stock

Gain or loss realized on the sale or exchange of a capital asset or an asset receiving such treatment. A net long-term capital gain may be eligible for a preferential income tax rate, while net capital losses are deductible only against other income up to $3,000 per year (subject to an indefinite capital loss carryforward).

Difference between an asset's purchase price and selling price.

The profit or loss resulting from the sale of a capital asset. Tax consequences may result.

The difference between the price paid for an investment and the price at which it is sold. In simple terms, it is either a profit or loss on the investment. Equity and growth funds are two types of investments that earn capital gains or losses.

The difference between the selling price of a property or asset and its Adjusted Cost Basis.

Profit or loss resulting from the sale of certain assets classified under the federal income tax legislation as capital assets. This includes stocks and other investments such as investment property.

The profit or loss resulting from the sale or other disposition of a capital asset. If the property was held for more than twelve months, the gain or loss is long-term. If the property was held for twelve months or less, the gain or loss is short-term. Capital loss - either long-term or short-term - may be used to offset capital gain and may be used to reduce ordinary income only to the extent of $3,000 per year with the option to carry over losses in excess of $3,000 in future tax years.

A gain or loss resulting from the disposal of an asset that may have tax consequences depending on the nature of the asset sold.

The profit or loss from the sale of a capital asset. Long-term capital assets are assets that have been held for a year and a day. Short-term assets are assets held less than a year and a day.

Profit or loss from the sale of an investment.

The difference between the sales price and the purchase price of a capital asset. When that difference is positive, the difference is referred to as a capital gain. When the difference is negative, it is a capital loss.

The difference between the market or book value at purchase or other acquisition and that realized from the sale or disposition of a capital asset.

Net profits or losses from the sale of securities in the fund's portfolio. Short-term gains or losses are generated on securities held one year or less; long-term gains or losses pertain to securities held for more than one year.

Gain or loss from the sale or exchange of investment property, personal property (such as a home) or other "capital asset," which is often entitled to preferential tax treatment.

The gain or loss which occurs when you dispose of a capital asset. Capital assets include just about everything you own and use for personal purposes, pleasure or investment. For example, stocks, stock rights and bonds are generally capital assets except when owned by a trader or held for sale by a dealer. Long-term capital gains/losses occur when a capital asset has been held for more than a year when sold, while holding periods of one year or less result in short-term capital gains/losses.

The difference between how much you paid for an investment and how much you sold it for.

Profit or loss from the sale of investments, based on what you paid.

The difference between the current value of the asset and the amount you paid for it.

The difference between the market and book value at purchase or other acquisition realized at the sale or disposition of a capital asset. (Washington's gain is your loss.)

The difference between the price you paid for an investment and the price at which you sell (in other words, the profit or loss you make). Investments that earn capital gains or losses include equity and growth funds.

The difference between the selling price and the initial purchase price of an asset.