How much tax should I pay on a foreign currency exchange?

What kind of tax should I expect to pay on a foreign currency exchange? I am invested in foreign currency that is expected to revalue soon. After cashing in, what should I expect as far as taxes are concerned?
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Answered By: Bricker & Eckler
If you cash out on a currency exchange, the spread/gain is ordinary income.

Answer Applies to: Ohio
Replied: 10/10/2011

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