gains
Britishplural noun
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It is up some 1,200% in the past year, to the delight of thrill-seeking investors who have been posting screenshots of their gains on Reddit and X.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
It has also picked up seats in places like Salford, Oxford, Southampton and Exeter, as well as Manchester, where it made 17 gains among the 32 seats up for grabs on the city council.
From BBC • May 9, 2026
Generally, advisors recommend giving highly appreciated securities instead of a QCD during those years to avoid having to ever pay taxes on the capital gains.
From Barron's • May 9, 2026
“Stronger job gains and steady unemployment reinforce the economic resilience narrative,” said Angelo Kouortkafsa, senior strategist at Edward Jones.
From MarketWatch • May 9, 2026
President Bill Clinton raised income taxes for the wealthiest, cut taxes on investment gains, and expanded breaks for the working poor.
From "Class Matters" by The New York Times
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