Returns & Performance
Unrealised Loss
Definition
What is Unrealised Loss?
A decline in an investmentAn asset or commitment of money made with the expectation of future income, growth, or both.'s value before it is sold.
Example in practice
How This Looks in Practice
The market valueThe price at which an asset could trade in the market at a given time. falls below cost, but the investorA person or organisation that commits capital with the expectation of a financial return. still holds the asset.
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The complete investment result from price changes plus income, assuming distributions are included.
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The recurring fee paid from fund assets to the fund manager for managing the portfolio.