Technical Definition
Unrealized P&L
Paper profit or loss on positions you still hold (not yet sold).
By Crypto University Editorial
Realized P&LOpen Positions
✦ Key Insight
Tells you current performance without closing — helps decide whether to hold or exit.
✕ Common Misconceptions
Treating unrealized as real money; ignoring it until it turns negative.
Detailed Explanation
How It Works: (Current Price – Entry Price) × Amount. Updates live on open positions.
FAQs
Becomes realized when? Only when you close the trade.
Shown where? On position list or portfolio.
In Practice
“Holding 1 BTC bought at $55k while price is now $62k → $7,000 unrealized profit.”
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