capital loss
[/ˈkæp.ɪ.təl lɔːs/]
nounpl: capital losses
perda de capital
1. A financial loss that occurs when an asset is sold for less than its original purchase price or cost basis
When she sold the stock at $50 after buying it for $100, she realized a capital loss of $50.
Quando ela vendeu a ação por R$ 50 após comprá-la por R$ 100, ela realizou uma perda de capital de R$ 50.
2. In taxation, a loss that can be deducted from capital gains or, in some jurisdictions, from ordinary income
You can use capital losses to offset capital gains for tax purposes.
Você pode usar perdas de capital para compensar ganhos de capital para fins fiscais.
Capital loss is a fundamental concept in both US and Brazilian tax systems. In the USA, capital losses can offset capital gains dollar-for-dollar, and unused losses may be carried forward. In Brazil, the tax treatment varies depending on the type of investment and whether it's in the stock market or real estate. The concept is particularly important during market downturns and is commonly discussed among investors and tax professionals in both countries.
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