A long-term capital gain or loss comes from the sale of an investment that was owned for longer than 12 months.

Your state could add as much as 13% to your tax bill on investment profits—or it might add nothing. See where the tax is zero on capital gains, and who recently raised their rates.

We break down capital gains taxes on gold and silver, including the 28% collectibles rate, NIIT rules and how different accounts impact your taxes.

When you sell stocks, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or other equity investments for more than you paid, the profit is generally subject to capital gains tax. The capital gains tax on equity depends on ...