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Definition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Capital gains tax is a type of tax levied on the profit or gain realised from the sale or disposition of certain types of assets, known as capital assets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are capital gains tax?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The tax is applicable when the selling price of the asset exceeds its original purchase price, resulting in a capital gain<\/a>. Capital assets typically include long-term investments held for a certain period, such as stocks<\/a>, real estate, and other securities.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Different tax rates apply to short-term and long-term capital gains. Short-term gains are typically taxed at the individual’s ordinary income tax rates, while long-term gains may qualify for preferential tax rates, which are generally lower than ordinary income tax rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Investors may consider various strategies to manage capital gains tax, such as tax-loss harvesting, where capital losses are intentionally released to offset gains, or holding investments for the long term to qualify for lower tax rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Capital gains tax rates and regulations can vary significantly between countries, and they may be subject to change based on legislative decisions and economic conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Example of capital gains tax<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Let’s consider a simple example to illustrate capital gains tax:<\/p>\n\n\n\n