CAGR Calculator – Compound Annual Growth Rate

CAGR Calculator

Calculate Compound Annual Growth Rate of your investments

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About CAGR

The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is the mean annual growth rate of an investment over a specified period of time longer than one year. It represents one of the most accurate ways to calculate and determine returns for individual assets.

CAGR Results

Your Investment Grew at

14.3%

annualized rate

Initial Investment

$10,000

Final Value

$19,500

Total Growth

95%

Time Period

5 years

Yearly Growth

Year Value Growth
0 $10,000
1 $11,430 14.3%
2 $13,061 14.3%
3 $14,928 14.3%
4 $17,062 14.3%
5 $19,500 14.3%

Understanding CAGR

What is CAGR?

The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is a useful measure of growth over multiple time periods. It describes the rate at which an investment would have grown if it grew at a steady rate.

CAGR Formula

CAGR = (Ending Value / Beginning Value)1/Number of Years – 1

Why Use CAGR?

  • Smoothes out investment returns
  • Allows comparison between different investments
  • Provides a clearer picture of long-term performance
  • Helps in setting realistic investment expectations