The gain or loss is only determined or “realized” when you sell the asset. One reason we discuss unrealized gains and losses is the potential tax implications once the investment is sold.

Revenue was $400.1 million, up 5.2% from the prior year quarter and core revenue was $400.9 million, up 5.7% from the prior ...

So, the gains are what some call “paper gains” since they haven’t been realized in a tangible way but exist on paper. For example, if you buy stock for $100 and its value rises to $150, you ...

Even if you don’t have any realized gains to offset, as much as $3,000 in realized losses can be used to reduce your other income, and any excess losses beyond that amount can be carried over to ...