Investment Return Calculator
Calculate total return and annualized return (CAGR) between a starting and ending value.
Enter the initial and final value of an investment and the number of years to compute both the total percentage return and the compound annual growth rate (CAGR).
Formula & methodology
Total return = (end − start) / start × 100. CAGR = ((end / start)^(1/years) − 1) × 100.
CAGR assumes smooth compounding over the period and ignores intermediate cash flows, fees, and taxes.
Worked example
- $10,000 to $15,000 over 5 years → Total 50%, CAGR ≈ 8.45% — 1.5^(1/5) − 1 ≈ 0.0845.
Frequently asked questions
What is CAGR?
The compound annual growth rate is the constant yearly rate that would grow your starting value to the ending value over the period.
Does it account for deposits?
No. For regular contributions, use the compound interest calculator.
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Disclaimer: Past performance does not guarantee future results. Educational use only.