| I think foreign currency trades must be marked to market on 12/31. This gives you a new basis that you use when you finally sell the forex position. Caveat: my reference materials are at the office & there are many nitpicky details that affect the answer. Definitely seek professional tax preparation this year. From someone who will give you a guarantee.
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