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Capital Gains

Profit from selling a capital asset (stocks, bonds, real estate, crypto).

In depth

US: short-term (held ≤1 year) taxed at ordinary rates; long-term (>1 year) at 0/15/20%. India: STCG on equity 15% if STT-paid; LTCG 10% above ₹1L threshold (rates revised periodically). Tax-advantaged accounts defer or eliminate.

Frequently asked about Capital Gains

What is Capital Gains?

Profit from selling a capital asset (stocks, bonds, real estate, crypto). US: short-term (held ≤1 year) taxed at ordinary rates; long-term (>1 year) at 0/15/20%. India: STCG on equity 15% if STT-paid; LTCG 10% above ₹1L threshold (rates revised periodically). Tax-advantaged accounts defer or eliminate.

Why does Capital Gains matter for investors?

In regulation, Capital Gains is one of the building blocks investors use to compare opportunities and assess risk. Understanding it helps you read research notes, earnings reports, and market commentary without getting lost in jargon.

How is Capital Gains used in practice?

US: short-term (held ≤1 year) taxed at ordinary rates; long-term (>1 year) at 0/15/20%. India: STCG on equity 15% if STT-paid; LTCG 10% above ₹1L threshold (rates revised periodically).

Recent news mentioning Capital Gains

Northern Arc Capital Surges 8% on Strong Q4; Stock Up 53% in 12 Months

The Quick Take * Northern Arc Capital shares surged ~8% following a 'stellar' Q4 earnings result, per NDTV Profit * Stock has appreciated 53% over the past 12 months and 24% year-to-date as of May 2026 * Analyst stance unclear from single source; headline poses Buy/Sell/Hold question, implying mixed views * Post-earnings momentum and strong YTD gains raise question of further upside vs. profit-booking risk * India's NBFC/fintech lending sector rally signals continued investor appetite for

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Capital One Earnings Miss Sparks Fears of U.S. Consumer Credit Stress

The Quick Take * Capital One reported an earnings miss, with more borrowers falling behind on loan payments — a key stress signal * The earnings shortfall raises broader concerns about whether the U.S. consumer is entering a credit deterioration cycle * No specific analyst or institutional response cited, but the framing suggests market worry about broader financial sector health * Investors will watch upcoming bank earnings and consumer credit data for confirmation of a wider delinquency t

May 13, 2026

Alexium International Discusses Microtek Acquisition and Capital Raise

The Quick Take * Alexium International (AXIIF) held a discussion on its Microtek acquisition, business progress, and capital raising plans * No specific price movement or market reaction data available from the single source transcript coverage * No analyst or institutional response commentary extracted from the available article excerpt * Capital raising initiative signals the company requires additional funding to support the Microtek acquisition integration * Alexium's flame-retardant a

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Georgia Capital Q1 2026: Portfolio EBITDA Surges 27% Year-on-Year

The Quick Take * Georgia Capital reported a 27% y-o-y surge in portfolio EBITDA for Q1 2026, signalling strong operational performance * No market price reaction data available from the single source article at time of publication * No analyst or institutional commentary cited in available coverage; report based solely on company slides * Full Q1 2026 earnings details and management commentary expected to provide further guidance on portfolio trajectory * Georgia Capital's Georgian-market

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