What is cost basis?
Quick Answer
Cost basis is your original purchase price for an investment, plus any reinvested dividends and adjustments. Used to calculate your capital gain or loss at sale: sale price - cost basis = gain/loss.
Warren Team
Updated December 24, 2025
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Warren Team
Updated December 24, 2025
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