Guide · ROI

How to use an ROI calculator

Educational guide · Updated · About 5 min read

  1. Enter the initial investment amount.
  2. Enter the final (ending) value of that stake.
  3. Optional: enter holding period in years (or use year presets) for annualized return.
  4. Read ROI %, net profit/loss, money multiple, annualized return, and the compare table.

Example: $10,000 → $15,000 · 3 years

What it is not

  • Not investment advice
  • Not a market forecast
  • Not fees, taxes, or dividend modeling (unless you fold them into final value)

How we calculate · Questions

Frequently asked questions

What inputs do I need?

Initial investment, final value, and optional years for annualized return.

Can I share a prefilled link?

Yes—use initial, final, and years query parameters.

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