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If I make income trading currency on the foreign exchange, must I report this on my federal taxes?

I want to start trading currency on the foreign exchange but am not sure if I would need to report my returns as income on my federal income tax return. If I do need to report it, how so?

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1. Yes you are supoposed to claim any income tha tyou receive on your taxes.



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Christine

2. Unless you live outside the country, you must report your world-wide income on your federal tax return.

If you're an investor--and not a professional trader--foreign currency is a capital asset. Gains and losses from trading capital assets go on Schedule D.

3. You must report the information.