Gain

1.

The excess of an end amount over a starting amount.

For example, the excess of the accumulated principal and interest at the end of an investment period, over the amount originally invested.

In this simple case, the gain might also be the same as the total amount of interest earned for the period.

2.

Capital gain.

3. Tax.

Chargeable gain.

See also

• Chargeable gain
• Interest
• Loss
• Periodic
• Principal