short-term gain

Profit from selling something you kept only a short time, which is often taxed more than long-held profit.

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A capital gain on an asset held for less than the long-term threshold, one year in the US or 12 months for listed shares in India, usually taxed at higher rates than long-term gains. Tax rules change often, so traders check current official guidance.

short-term gain.

short-term gain

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