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CAGR Calculator

Compound annual growth rate from start value, end value, and years — or solve for any one variable given the others.

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Compound annual growth rate

CAGR = (ending / beginning)^(1/years) − 1. Advanced mode subtracts a one-time contribution from ending value (rough adjustment only).

Advanced mode

Subtract a lump-sum contribution from the ending balance before CAGR (approximation).

Results

CAGR

Annualized return

13.09%

Multiplier

1.850×

End / start

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Perspective

CAGR smooths a volatile path

CAGR is a single smooth rate; two portfolios with the same CAGR can have very different risk.

It does not reflect cash flows — use XIRR when there are deposits or withdrawals.

FAQ

Common questions

CAGR vs average annual return?

CAGR geometrically links start and end; arithmetic averages of yearly returns can overstate growth.

Does CAGR include dividends?

If end value is total return including reinvested dividends, yes.

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