About this calculator
CAGR smooths volatile returns into a single annual growth figure. It is the standard way to compare investments over different time periods.
Formula
CAGR = (Final / Initial)^(1/years) − 1
How to use this calculator
Enter starting value, ending value and number of years. CAGR is the constant annual rate that would grow the initial value to the final value.
Frequently asked questions
CAGR vs absolute return?
Absolute return is total gain. CAGR annualises it, making multi-year comparisons meaningful. A 100% gain over 10 years is ~7.2% CAGR, not 10%.
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