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CAGR calculator

Calculate the constant compound annual growth rate between an initial and a final value.

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01

Your inputs

The starting values are an example.

Decimals: 12.5 · Thousands: 1,234.56. Follow the field instructions for lists.

02

Your result

Enter your values and select Calculate.

Your calculation will appear here.

Your result will include the relevant values and units.

Understand the calculation

Formula and example

How it is calculated

CAGR = ((final value / initial value)^(1/years) − 1) × 100

Worked example

Growth from 1,000 to 1,500 over five years corresponds to approximately 8.45% per year.

Things to check

  • CAGR smooths the path between the endpoints. It does not show interim losses, deposits or withdrawals.