Money & finance
Calculation method and formula
(Ending value − Starting value) ÷ Starting value × 100
Understand the inputs
- Starting value
- Use a measured value or your own assumption.
- Ending value
- Use a measured value or your own assumption.
Assumptions and limitations
The starting value is the reference and must not be zero. A total return across the entered period is not automatically an annualized return.
The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation.