Wallet Profit Basics: Value Minus Basis
Educational wallet P/L: profit = value − basis; % = profit ÷ basis when basis > 0. Not a live portfolio sync. This guide explains the worksheet in plain language. Educational only.
What This Worksheet Answers
profitLoss = currentValue − costBasis. Percent is undefined when basis is zero.
Educational worksheet, not a live quote
Educational worksheet only—not portfolio advice. Enter totals you trust; this page does not sync wallets or exchanges.
How to Run a Scenario
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Step 1
Choose a display currency.
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Step 2
Enter total cost basis.
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Step 3
Enter current mark-to-market value.
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Step 4
Review profit/loss and percent change.
Formulas in Plain Language
Profit/loss: currentValue − costBasis. Absolute P/L. P/L percent: profitLoss ÷ costBasis × 100. Undefined when basis is 0.