How is the profit/losss column calculated?
In mathematical terms it works like this: Profit or loss = [(Current market bid price – price paid) x no. shares held] In other words, the difference between the price you paid and the price you would get if you sold your shares. Note: dealing costs and stamp duty on the purchase and sale are not included in the profit/loss calculation but instead are reflected in the cash balance total. (Remember: stamp duty is not levied on share sales).
