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Frequently
Asked Tax Questions
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How
are gains and losses from single stock futures treated for tax purposes?
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Securities
future contracts or “Single Stock Futures” are generally
the same as short-term capital gain regardless of how long you
hold the contract. The $3000 loss deduction limitation and wash
sale rule applies.
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