Open the Positions tab to view a list of all open positions in your account.
Positions can be found in the Account Detail tool.
To initiate an order to close out a position in the Account Details tool, click on the position and click Close Position at the top of the tool, or right-click on the position and select Close [symbol]... An order entry screen will open in which you can customize the order before sending it.
Lot details for positions that have been filled can be viewed by clicking on the arrow next to the position. This will generate drop-down with the following details.
Lot Level Detail | Description |
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Open Date | Lot purchase date |
Quantity | Quantity of each individual lot |
Cost/Share | Cost per share or contract for the lot, if available |
Cost (Total) | Cost basis for the lot, if available |
Position Dollar Value | Current market value for the lot. This is the number of shares/contracts multiplied by the current price. |
P&L - Unrealized | Market value less cost basis, if available |
Hold Period | Indicates whether you've held the position for more or less than 365 days. Long term means you've held the position more than 365 days (one year) and is helpful in understanding the tax impact of closing the position. |
Source | Indicates the source of the cost basis data, whether it's from a trade, advisor, third party, etc. |