™If unrealized gain or loss appears in a quote, filing or account screen, read it together with the instrument, timeframe and calculation method.
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Unrealized gain or loss
A gain or loss on an open position based on current value versus cost basis.
Plain-English context
Why it matters
This term is part of the language used to describe ownership, pricing, transactions and investment outcomes.
Assuming Unrealized gain or loss has one universal interpretation without checking the source, rules, timeframe or methodology.
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