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CAGR Calculator

Find CAGR for investments, business growth, revenue, or portfolio value over time.

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How To Use CAGR Calculator

Quick notes to help you understand the result before you act on it.

Overview

Use this CAGR calculator to understand average annual growth across multiple years.

CAGR smooths uneven growth into one annual rate.

CAGR Formula

  • CAGR = (ending value / starting value)^(1 / years) - 1.
  • The result is shown as an annual percentage.

Practical Tips

  • Use CAGR for long-term comparison, not short-term volatility.
  • CAGR does not show year-by-year ups and downs.

FAQ

Common questions about this tool.

What does CAGR mean?

CAGR means compound annual growth rate.

Is CAGR the same as total return?

No. CAGR is an annualized rate, while total return is the overall change.