Investment Return Calculator
Calculate investment gain or loss and simple return on investment percentage.
Results are provided for general informational use. Verify important financial, health or legal figures before relying on them.
About this Investment Return Calculator
The Investment Return Calculator compares an ending investment value with its starting value and expresses the gain or loss as a percentage of the original investment. It is a quick performance measure rather than a full annualized return model.
For related tasks, try Compound Interest Calculator, Savings Goal Calculator or Percentage Change Calculator.
How the calculation works
ROI is calculated as (final value − initial value) ÷ initial value × 100. It does not adjust for the length of time, cash flows, taxes, fees or inflation.
How to use it
- Enter the initial investment value.
- Enter the final value.
- Calculate to see gain or loss and ROI percentage.
Practical example
An investment that grows from 5,000 to 6,000 gains 1,000 and has a simple ROI of 20%.
Frequently asked questions
Is this annualized return?
No. It is a simple total return between two values.
Can ROI be negative?
Yes. A final value below the initial value produces a negative return.
Does it include dividends or fees?
Only if your final value already reflects them.
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