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Net

Definition

The gain or loss on a security sale as measured by the selling price of a security less the adjusted cost of acquisition.

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Debit spread
Applies to derivative products. Difference in the value of two options, when the value of the option bought exceeds the value of the one sold. One buys a "debit spread." Antithesis of a credit spread.

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