What is Capital Gains Tax?
Capital Gains Tax (also called capital gains) — Tax on the profit from selling a capital asset such as shares or mutual funds. Rates depend on how long you held the asset.
In simple terms
Profit on shares sold within a year is a short-term capital gain.
Why Capital Gains Tax matters when you invest
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Capital Gains Tax — frequently asked questions
What is Capital Gains Tax?
Tax on the profit from selling a capital asset such as shares or mutual funds. Rates depend on how long you held the asset.
What does Capital Gains Tax mean in the stock market?
Tax on the profit from selling a capital asset such as shares or mutual funds. Rates depend on how long you held the asset. Profit on shares sold within a year is a short-term capital gain.
Can you give an example of Capital Gains Tax?
Profit on shares sold within a year is a short-term capital gain.
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