Returns & Performance
Realised Gain
Definition
What is Realised Gain?
A gain recognised after an investmentAn asset or commitment of money made with the expectation of future income, growth, or both. is sold or otherwise disposed of.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
Shares bought for ₦1 million and sold for ₦1.4 million create a ₦400,000 realised gain.
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