Profit Formula:
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Stocks betting profit is the financial gain or loss resulting from buying and selling shares of stock. It's calculated by multiplying the number of shares by the difference between the sell price and buy price.
The calculator uses the profit formula:
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Explanation: The formula calculates the total profit (or loss if negative) by multiplying the number of shares by the price difference per share.
Details: Accurate profit calculation is crucial for evaluating investment performance, tax reporting, and making informed trading decisions.
Tips: Enter the number of shares, buy price per share, and sell price per share. All values must be positive numbers.
Q1: Does this include trading fees?
A: No, this is a basic calculator that doesn't account for brokerage fees, commissions, or taxes.
Q2: What if the result is negative?
A: A negative result indicates a loss on the trade.
Q3: Can I use this for fractional shares?
A: Yes, you can enter decimal values for shares (e.g., 0.5 shares).
Q4: Does this work for short selling?
A: For short selling, reverse the buy and sell prices in the calculation.
Q5: How do I calculate percentage return?
A: Percentage return would be (Profit) / (Shares × Buy Price) × 100.