Capital Gains Tax vs Capital Loss

Quick comparison to help you distinguish these two crypto terms.

Capital Gains Tax
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A government tax applied to the profit earned when you sell or dispose of an asset, such as cryptocurrency, for more than its original purchase price.

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Capital Loss
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A financial loss realised when a cryptocurrency is sold or disposed of for less than its original cost basis, which can be used to offset capital gains and reduce tax liability.

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