InvestorWords.com

gain


Definitions (2)

 1. An increase in value, as of an asset. opposite of loss.

2. The amount of an investor's proceeds that is considered capital gains for taxation purposes. This is the proceeds from the sale of the security minus the cost of the security, including most charges.

Featured Tip

Where is the Commission in FX (Forex) Trading?Investors who trade stocks, futures or options typically use a broker, who acts as an agent in the transaction. The broker takes the order to an exchange and attempts to execute it as per the customer ... Read more


Related Videos




Search for another term


Browse by Letter: # A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z