Key Points
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Short-term capital gains are taxed as ordinary income and can push you into a higher marginal bracket.
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Long-term gains get lower rates but still raise AGI, affecting Medicare costs, surtaxes, and subsidies.
Capital gains can reshape your tax picture, from your marginal bracket to Medicare premiums, ACA subsidies, and more. Learn how short-term gains, long-term gains, and qualified dividends really interact with adjusted gross income (AGI) in the video below.
*This video was published on Jul. 23, 2026.
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