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Definitions for capital loss
cap·i·tal loss
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Princeton's WordNet
capital lossnoun
the amount by which the purchase price of an asset exceeds the selling price; the loss is realized when the asset is sold
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capital lossnoun
A decrease in the value of a capital asset
capital lossnoun
A amount by which the proceeds of the sale of a capital asset by its owner are less than its cost to the owner.
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Capital loss
Capital loss is the difference between a lower selling price and a higher purchase price or cost price of an eligible Capital asset, which typically represents a financial loss for the seller. This is distinct from losses from selling goods below cost, which is typically considered loss in business income.
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Capital loss
Capital loss is the difference between a lower selling price and a higher purchase price, resulting in a financial loss for the seller. The IRS states that "If your capital losses exceed your capital gains, the excess can be deducted on your tax return". Limits on such deductions apply. Special wash sale rules apply if the same or substantially similar security is bought, acquired, or optioned within 30 days before or after the sale.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of capital loss in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of capital loss in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1
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