CAGR Calculator (Compound Annual Growth Rate)

Find the true annualized return on any investment. CAGR is the only correct metric for comparing investments across different time periods.

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Initial Investment₹1,00,000
Net Profit₹1,00,000
CAGR14.87%

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Absolute return (e.g. 50% profit) dekh kar dhoka mat khana. Agar wo 50% aane mein 10 saal lag gaye, toh

CAGR sirf ~4.1% bana, jo bank FD se bhi bekar hai!

The Math Behind CAGR Calculator (Compound Annual Growth Rate)

Understanding the true mechanics of this instrument helps you make optimal decisions with your money.

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1. The Only True Benchmark

CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) is the only valid way to compare multi-year investments. It eliminates year-on-year volatility to show the single equivalent annual growth rate of your investment.

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2. The Rule of 72

To quickly find how many years it takes to double your money, divide 72 by the CAGR. At 12% CAGR: 72/12 = 6 years to double. At 6% (FD rate): 72/6 = 12 years.

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3. Absolute Returns Are Misleading

A '2x return in 10 years' sounds impressive but is only 7.2% CAGR — barely beating inflation. A '2x return in 5 years' is 14.9% CAGR — excellent. Always calculate CAGR before judging any investment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I calculate CAGR manually?expand_more
CAGR = (Final Value / Initial Value)^(1 / Number of Years) - 1. Example: ₹1L growing to ₹2L in 6 years: (2/1)^(1/6) - 1 = 12.25% CAGR.
What is a good CAGR for mutual funds in India?expand_more
A CAGR of 12-15% is considered excellent for large-cap equity funds over 10+ years. The Nifty 50 has historically delivered ~13% CAGR over 25+ years. Anything below 8% barely beats inflation.