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What is the difference between short-term and long-term capital gains?

April 26, 2017capital gains long-term short-term

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What is the difference between short-term and long-term capital gains?

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Short-term gains are gains on securities held one year or less. They are taxed at the same rates as ordinary income. Short-term capital gain distributions from the Fund are reported as ordinary income on your Form 1099-DIV.