unrealized loss investment & finance definition
An
economic loss that has not yet been recognized for income tax or reporting
purposes. Also may be called an embedded
loss or paper loss.
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The reduction in value of an asset that is being held compared with its original cost. An unrealized loss usually must be realized by closing out the position before it can be recognized for tax purposes. Also called
paper loss. Compare
realized loss. See also
wash sale 1.
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