Unrealized Gains

Book Profit or Loss
Book profit or loss, also known as accounting profit or loss, is the net income or deficit as recorded in the financial statements of a company before accounting for any unrealized gains or losses.
Comprehensive Income Statement
A Comprehensive Income Statement is a financial document that reports a company's total earnings, including those not realized in the income statement, such as unrealized gains and losses, allowing for a more inclusive picture of financial performance.
Paper Profit
Paper profit refers to an increase in the value of an asset that is recorded in the books but has not been realized through a sale. It's a theoretical gain that can fluctuate greatly before any actual profit is recognized.

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