CAGR Calculator
Calculate the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) between a starting and ending value over a number of years.
How to use this tool
- 1Enter your figures in the fields above.
- 2Results update instantly as you type.
- 3Adjust the inputs to compare different scenarios.
Frequently asked questions
What is CAGR?+
CAGR = (final ÷ initial)^(1 ÷ years) − 1. It's the smoothed annual rate that would take the initial value to the final value over the period.
Is this calculator free?+
Yes. It's completely free, needs no sign-up, and runs entirely in your browser so your numbers stay private.
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