Unrealized profits or losses represent the gains or losses that have occurred but have not yet been actualized through the sale of an asset. These figures remain 'on paper' until the asset is sold, transforming them into realized profits or losses.
Unrealized profit/loss refers to the profit or loss that exists on paper due to holding assets, rather than actually selling or otherwise disposing them to capture the gain or loss in cash.
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