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CAGR calculator (compound annual growth rate)

Calculate the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of an investment between two values.

CAGR (per year)
20.11%
Total growth150%
Grew by a factor of2.5×

CAGR is the constant rate that would take the initial to the final value over the period — it smooths ups and downs.

How the calculation works

CAGR = (final ÷ initial)^(1/years) − 1. It shows the average yearly growth as if compounded, ignoring the volatility along the way.

Frequently asked questions

Is CAGR the same as total return?

No. CAGR is annualized; total return is the cumulative gain over the whole period.

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Updated on June 18, 2026 · by Rafael Rossi · Methodology & sources