Returns & Performance
Unrealised Gain
Definition
What is Unrealised Gain?
An increase in value on an investmentAn asset or commitment of money made with the expectation of future income, growth, or both. that has not been sold.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
A shareholding worth ₦1.4 million against ₦1 million cost has a ₦400,000 unrealised gain.
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