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Unrealized Gain on Trading Securities

Adjusting the value of stocks held in a trading portfolio to fair market value at year-end.

Account NameTypeDebit ($)Credit ($)
Marketable SecuritiesAsset (+)1,200.00-
Unrealized Gain (Income Statement)Revenue (+)-1,200.00

💡 Accountant's Note

Because these are 'Trading' securities, the gain is recorded on the Income Statement even if you haven't sold the shares yet.

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