capital gain

• Gewinn, der durch den Verkauf eines Kapitalanlageguts wie Aktien, Anleihen oder Immobilien entsteht, wenn der Verkaufspreis über dem Kaufpreis liegt.

The profit realized from the sale of a capital asset, such as stocks, bonds, or real estate, where the selling price exceeds the purchase price.

1. Profit from asset saleB2formal

   The profit realized when an asset, such as stocks, real estate, or bonds, is sold for a higher price than its purchase cost.

   Kapitalgewinn

   • He reported a significant capital gain from selling his shares.
   • The tax rate on long-term capital gains is lower than on short-term ones.
   • She calculated her capital gain after selling the investment property.

2. Taxable financial increaseB2formal

   The increase in value of an asset that is subject to taxation when the asset is sold.

   Kapitalgewinn

   • The government revised the rules for reporting capital gains.
   • You must declare any capital gain on your annual tax return.
   • Losses can offset capital gains to reduce your tax liability.