CAGR Calculator — Compound Annual Growth Rate
CAGR is the most widely used metric to measure investment performance over time. Unlike simple return calculations, CAGR smooths out volatility to give you the annualized growth rate.
CAGR Formula
CAGR = (Final Value / Initial Value)^(1/n) − 1
Rule of 72
Want to know how long it takes to double your money? Divide 72 by the annual return rate. At 12% CAGR, your money doubles in 6 years. At 8%, it takes 9 years.
CAGR Benchmarks — Indian Market
- Nifty 50 (10-year CAGR): ~12%
- PPF: 7.1%
- Bank FD: 6.5-7.5%
- Gold (10-year): ~10%
- Real Estate (avg): 8-10%
Limitations of CAGR
CAGR assumes smooth growth, so it doesn't show intermediate volatility. An investment could have returned -30% one year and +50% the next, but CAGR would show a single smooth rate. Always use CAGR alongside risk metrics.
What is the CAGR Calculator?
The CAGR Calculator is a comprehensive, free online tool specifically designed to help you calculate compound annual growth rate of any investment over time. Whether you are a professional or just someone looking to manage their personal finances more effectively, our CAGR Calculator provides instant, highly-accurate results without requiring any sign-ups or downloads.
Free CAGR calculator. Calculate compound annual growth rate of investments. Year-by-year growth table included.
How to use this CAGR Calculator
Using our CAGR Calculator is simple and intuitive. Just input your required metrics into the form above, and the calculator will instantly map out your exact results alongside any applicable charts and comparative data. Adjust the sliders to run different "what-if" scenarios, and click the Export as PDF button at the top to securely save or print your results. All calculations happen directly in your browser, guaranteeing 100% privacy for your data.
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